Devika Sihag Felicitated with ₹1.5 Lakh Cash Award by Hon’ble Pro Chancellor Dr. Madhu Chitkara for Historic Bronze at FISU World University Games

Chitkara University celebrated a moment of national pride and institutional glory as Devika Sihag, a BBA Third Year student, was felicitated with a ₹1,50,000 cash award by Hon’ble Pro Chancellor Dr. Madhu Chitkara Ma’am for her outstanding performance at the FISU World University Games 2025, held in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany from July 16–27, 2025.

Devika made history by representing India and securing the nation’s first-ever Bronze Medal in Badminton in the Mixed Team Event at this globally prestigious university-level sporting event. Her unwavering dedication, competitive spirit, and relentless pursuit of excellence brought laurels not just to the country, but also to Chitkara University.

In a special felicitation ceremony held at the campus, Dr. Madhu Chitkara Ma’am applauded Devika’s incredible achievement, acknowledging it as a landmark moment for the university. She emphasised that students like Devika exemplify the university’s vision of nurturing talent that competes and shines at global platforms.

The entire Chitkara University fraternity stood in applause for Devika’s exceptional contribution to Indian sports. Her triumph at the global stage reaffirms the University’s commitment to fostering all-round excellence, be it academics or sports.