KLS IMER organised Annual Sports Meet ‘SPIRIT 2024’ at the IMER campus on 29th August 2024, coinciding with National Sports Day in honour of the legendary hockey player Major Dnyan Chand Singh. The event, running from 29th to 31st August, features a wide range of competitions. MBA students from both 1st and 2nd years will compete in various indoor games including Shuttle Badminton, Carrom, Table Tennis, and Chess, as well as outdoor sports like Football, Cricket, Volleyball, Throwball, Kabaddi, and Internet Games.

Dr. Arif Shaikh, Director of KLS IMER, inaugurated the event with a warm welcome to guests and participants. The Chief Guest, Ms. Rohini Patil, a renowned Judo Coach and Asian Medalist, highlighted the vital role of sports in personal and professional development and emphasized Judo’s importance in women’s self-defense. Mr. Dhruv Shanbag, Guest of Honor and Shuttle Badminton player and alumnus of KLS IMER, inspired students with his story of how sports helped him achieve his goals. Shri R.S. Mutalik, Governing Council Chairman, presided over the ceremony, stressing the significance of sportsmanship.

Physical Education Director Dr. George Rodrigues provided guidance, and the event was expertly organized by MBA 2nd and 4th semester students, including Miss Madiha, Mr. Rahul Itegekar, Parshwa Shah, and their team. The three-day sports meet promises to enhance teamwork, discipline, and enthusiasm among participants.