RAWALPINDI: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students emerged as the overall winners across sporting competitions as Margalla Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS) brought its constituent colleges together for its annual Sports Week, celebrating athletic achievement, cultural expression and student camaraderie.
The week-long event saw enthusiastic participation from students of Margalla College of Dentistry, Margalla College of Physiotherapy and Margalla College of Pharmacy, turning the campus into a hub of sporting competition and extracurricular activities.
Students from all three colleges demonstrated enthusiasm and sportsmanship throughout the competitions, while the BDS students distinguished themselves by securing overall victory across all sports. Their performance reflected teamwork, discipline and determination, making the sporting contests a highlight of the week.
The celebrations extended beyond athletics, with Naat and Qirat competitions providing students an opportunity to demonstrate their religious recitation skills. BDS students, referred to as the BDS Stars, particularly distinguished themselves in these competitions, earning appreciation for their performances.
An annual dinner and Qawali night added a musical and social dimension to the programme, bringing students, faculty members and guests together for an evening of fellowship and celebration.
The six-day festivities concluded with a colourful 90s-themed funfair, featuring retro-inspired styling, games and recreational activities. The nostalgic theme gave students an opportunity to enjoy a different side of campus life, providing a lively finale to the week's celebrations.
The annual Sports Week highlighted the importance of extracurricular engagement in healthcare education, where opportunities beyond academic and clinical training can help students develop teamwork, resilience, confidence and a sense of community.
The event brought together different disciplines within the institute, reinforcing the value of interaction and shared experiences among future dental, physiotherapy and pharmacy professionals.
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