Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University (BNMU), Madhepura, has made a historic change to its sports calendar. For the first time, handball has been included in the university's inter-college sports competitions, generating significant enthusiasm among students. This decision was made during a meeting of the university's sports council, which approved a total of 15 sports for the upcoming events. The competitions are scheduled to commence on July 23, with preparations in full swing.

Dr. Abul Fazal, the university's sports officer, stated that this year's inter-college sports calendar includes 15 disciplines. These comprise athletics, football, cricket, kabaddi, kho-kho, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, chess, basketball, hockey, cross country, yoga, wrestling, and, for the first time, handball. The inclusion of handball aims to promote sports activities within the university and provide students with opportunities to showcase their talent in various sports.

Detailed programs are being prepared for the successful organization of these competitions. All affiliated colleges have been instructed to prepare their teams and complete timely registration. The sports officer also assured that all necessary facilities would be provided to the athletes during the competitions to ensure they can perform their best without any hindrance.

This new initiative at BNMU is expected to strengthen students physically and mentally. The inclusion of new sports like handball will not only increase the number of participants but also foster a robust sports culture within the university. It is hoped that these competitions will be successfully concluded, paving the way for the inclusion of more new sports in the future.