DATE
11 Jun 2025
LOCATION
In places where playgrounds are nothing more than dusty fields and coaching is a luxury, SGADF stepped in as a game-changer. With open championships and grassroots outreach, it has brought hope to children who had long been overlooked. SGADF doesn't wait for children to come to them. It goes to the children — to their schools, their local clubs, their homes — and shows them what's possible. Through district, state, national, and international platforms, it has helped thousands of students discover their strengths, and more importantly, their self-worth. How is SGADF different from other sports bodies? SGADF is not just about sports. It focuses on total development — physical, emotional, and creative. It brings together games, performing arts, scouting, health awareness, and academic activities under one umbrella. It is as invested in a young athlete as it is in a budding artist or a first-time poet. Building Bridges, Not Barriers SGADF does not judge a child based on background, marks, or finances. That’s why its events are open to government school students, private school students, disabled students, and tribal children — all at the same level. The only requirement is passion and willingness to participate. This inclusive mindset has created a platform where a girl from rural UP can play kabaddi on the same field as a boy from a Delhi school — and win. Can participation in SGADF events lead to bigger opportunities? Yes! Students who have participated in SGADF events have gone on to play in university games, receive scholarships, and even represent India in international championships. It’s not just a stage — it’s a springboard.
