Solan: Kasauli International Public School in Sanwara, Himachal Pradesh, kicked off the CBSE National Volleyball Boys’ Tournament today, bringing together more than 1,000 players and coaches for a five-day competition running from October 30 to November 3, 2026.
The event features 69 teams in total, including 60 squads from CBSE-affiliated schools across India and 9 international teams, lending a distinct global edge to the national championship.
The tournament opened with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by former CBSE Joint Director Mr. Pushkar Vohra, alongside Mr. Abhishek Upadhyay. Following the ceremony, participants took part in an opening march-past carrying their school flags, with Mr. Vohra urging players to compete with discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Opening-day matches saw early success for the hosts, as Kasauli International Public School defeated Cochin Refineries School in the Under-17 division. Meanwhile, Lakshmi Public School from Delhi secured a win against R.P.S. Mahendragarh in the Under-19 category.
School CEO Dr. Sanjeev Mainra noted that all 69 participating delegations have safely arrived in Sanwara. Managing Director Mr. Hira Thakur added that hosting international competitors offers a valuable platform for students to observe global playing styles and strategies, calling the tournament a proud milestone for the state.
