Day 1 Highlights | Spirited Matches Unfold
The Tournament opened with great enthusiasm and participation.
On the first day, we witnessed exciting matches across schools in the Under-14 and Under-17 age groups . Each match reflected the players' commitment, energy, and sportsmanship.
Some of the thrilling matchups included
Ryan International, Chandigarh, took on Cambridge International, Kapurthala, in a dynamic face-off.
M.G.N. Jalandhar clashed with Kamla Nehru, Phagwara, delivering high-spirited rallies.
In the Under-14 Girls category:
Akal Academy Baru Sahib played a lively match against Modern School, Sevli (Sonipat).
Modern Delhi International, Faridabad went head-to-head with Bal Bharti, Manesar.
In the Under-17 Girls category:
A strong match unfolded between Sacred Heart, Jagadhri and S.R. Century, Bahadurgarh.
DPS - Faridabad) faced Little Angels, Sonipat, showcasing sharp skills and strategy.
Here's to a promising start and more action-packed days ahead!
Opening Day | A Spiritual Start to a Sporting Celebration
Today marked the auspicious beginning of the CBSE North Zone All-Girls Tennis Tournament at Akal Academy Baru Sahib.
As per the tradition of Akal Academy Baru Sahib, the event commenced with Shabad Kirtan, invoking divine blessings. Students from Classes 7 to 12 performed soul-stirring hymns, setting a serene and devotional tone.
This was followed by an orchestra performance, a unique hallmark of Akal Academy Baru Sahib, featuring 25 student musicians playing traditional instruments like Dilruba, Taus, Rabab, Sitar, Xylophone, Tabla, Harmonium, Casio, and Pakhawaj.
Next, the youngest voices took the stage! Students from Nursery to Class 5 (IB- PYP) performed a heartwarming skit, "Heal the World," spreading the message of universal brotherhood and spiritual unity.
The ceremony concluded with insightful addresses by Babaji Dr. Davinder Singh ji (The President of Kalgidhar Trust) and Dr. Neelam Kaur Ji, who beautifully highlighted the spiritual essence of Akal Academy Baru Sahib — a modern-day Gurukul nurturing both wisdom and values.
🌿 Let the matches begin, not just to win, but to play for Peace.
In a gathering of purpose and passion, 80 schools from 3 states - Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, and 1 UT - Chandigarh, will unite not just to compete but to champion the message of peace.
Akal Academy Baru Sahib is all set to host the first-ever CBSE North Zone All-Girls Tennis Tournament to be held in Himachal Pradesh—a noble initiative to spread awareness for peace.
For one cause—Let’s Play for Peace.
Get ready as around 80 schools from 3 States - Punjab, Haryana & Himachal Pradesh and 1 UT Chandigarh converge at Akal Academy Baru Sahib for the first-ever All-Girls CBSE Tennis Tournament to be held in Himachal Pradesh!
The tournament will feature matches in three age categories: Under-14, Under-17, and Under-19, covering the full spectrum of school-going athletes. Students will compete in both singles and doubles formats, bringing diverse talent to the courts of Baru Sahib.
Stay tuned for updates from the courts!
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Akal Academy Baru Sahib stands as an international co-ed boarding school rooted in values and vision.
With nature as its backdrop and discipline as its foundation, it is now preparing to welcome over 80 schools for All Girls Tennis Tournament.
From 1st to 3rd August, the campus will host the CBSE North Zone Girls’ Tennis Tournament 2025, bringing together:
▪️ Budding sportswomen from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh & Chandigarh.
▪️ A spirit of peace and perseverance.
▪️ A celebration of teamwork, talent, and tennis
In these turbulent times, the world needs more than just education — it needs value-based education rooted in compassion, ethics, and spiritual clarity.
During the recent UK tour, it was both humbling and inspiring to reconnect with Akal Academy alumni and members of the Sangat — each one a reflection of the seeds planted decades ago by visionaries like Sant Attar Singh Ji, who envisioned this mission in 1904; its initiation by Sant Teja Singh Ji in 1956; and its actualisation by Baba Iqbal Singh Ji in 1986.
The mission today continues with immense Grace and devotion of like minded people, volunteers and sangat
Education grounded in spirituality can transform young minds into torchbearers of peace. What began as a mission has now become a global movement — one that seeks to heal civilization through inner awakening and collective purpose.
Peace is not the absence of war; it is a virtue, a way of being.
Let us continue to nurture it — in thought, in action, and in education.