AIT PUNE SHINES WITH DUAL HONORS AT DISTRICT SPORTS AWARDS 2025–26

Pune, 2nd May 2026: The Army Institute of Technology (AIT), Pune, has added another glorious chapter to its legacy by securing the prestigious Best Sports College Award for the academic year 2025–26. The award was conferred by the Pune District Zone Sports Committee under Savitribai Phule Pune University during a formal ceremony held at Saheb Shankar Rao College of Arts and Science, Talegaon Dhamdhere, Pune.

This recognition highlights AIT’s consistent excellence in sports and its commitment to fostering a culture of physical fitness, discipline, and competitive spirit among its students. Over the years, AIT has demonstrated outstanding performance across multiple sporting disciplines at inter-college and university levels, making it a dominant force in the Pune district sports ecosystem.

Adding to this achievement, Mr. Vishal Pardeshi, the Physical Director of AIT was also honored with the Best Physical Director Award for 2025–26. This individual recognition reflects exceptional dedication, leadership, and contribution towards developing sports talent and maintaining high standards of training and performance within the institute. The role of the Physical Director has been instrumental in shaping AIT’s sporting success, ensuring that students receive the right guidance, infrastructure, and motivation to excel.

The awards ceremony witnessed the presence of distinguished dignitaries, faculty members, and student representatives, making it a proud moment for the entire AIT community. The dual recognition not only celebrates the achievements of the institution but also acknowledges the relentless efforts of its sports administration and athletes.

AIT’s success is rooted in its holistic approach to education, where equal importance is given to academics and extracurricular excellence. With strong institutional support, quality facilities, and a competitive environment, students are encouraged to push their limits and bring laurels to the college.
These accolades serve as a testament to AIT’s unwavering commitment to excellence and will undoubtedly inspire students and faculty to aim even higher in the years to come. The institute continues to set benchmarks in sports, reinforcing its reputation as one of the leading sports institutions under SPPU.