Birla Public School (BPS) secured the gold medal in the 4 x 100m Relay at the CBSE National Athletics Championship 2026, which took place from October 14 to 19 at Punjabi University in Patiala, Punjab. The BPS relay team completed the race in 43.76 seconds, earning the top position among competitors from across India.

The winning squad included five athletes: Faiz Najeeb Haneefa (Class XII-L), Shriyansh Pattanayak (Class XII-G), Abdullah Waheedy (Class XII-O), Sidhanth Panicker (Class XII-M), and Armaan Fayis (Class XII-N). This victory represents a significant achievement for the team, building on their progression from a bronze medal in 2024 and a silver medal in 2025 to now capturing the gold in 2026.

A total of 13 students from BPS participated in the championship, demonstrating the school's strong commitment to athletic development and competitive sportsmanship. The participants displayed notable discipline, perseverance, and teamwork throughout the event.

The athletes were coached and mentored by Noby C C, with additional guidance provided by teacher-in-charge Hari Om Kashyap. Their efforts in preparing the team were instrumental to this accomplishment.

Upon their return, the athletes were warmly received by the Principal and the School Leadership Team. A special assembly was organized to honor the gold medalists and celebrate their success. The school’s management, faculty, and wider community extended congratulations to the team and their coaches.

This achievement is seen as a testament to Birla Public School’s ongoing dedication to nurturing sporting talent and fostering a culture of excellence, aiming to empower students to excel both in athletics and overall personal development.