Sports Achievement

CBSE North Zone Taekwondo Championship

The young sports stars of DPS Dehradun brought laurels to the school with their recent achievements at prestigious competitions.

CBSE North Zone Taekwondo Championship

The CBSE North Zone Taekwondo Championship was held at Meeranpur, Meerut, from 30th July to 3rd August 2025, where participants from various schools showcased their strength, skill, and sportsmanship. Representing DPS Dehradun, Deepanksh Bagriyal of Class XI put up an excellent performance and made the school proud by winning the Bronze Medal in his category. His achievement added yet another feather to the school’s cap and served as an inspiration for his peers to pursue sports with dedication and passion.

Black Belt in Taekwondo

Taksh Chamola of Class 6A at Delhi Public School, Dehradun, has achieved a remarkable milestone by earning his Black Belt in Taekwondo, certified by Kukkiwon, South Korea, under the Taekwondo Federation of India.

With this achievement, Taksh has become the youngest Black Belt holder in Uttarakhand in the year 2025. His dedication, discipline, and passion for martial arts have brought pride to his school, family, and the entire state. The Management and Principal congratulated him for his remarkable achievement.

Woman Grandmaster

Proud Achievement for DPS Kalagaon!

We are delighted to share that our student, Ms. Sherali Pattanaik (Class X), has achieved an extraordinary milestone in the world of Chess.

At just 15 years of age, Sherali has crossed the ELO rating of 2300 points in the July 2025 FIDE rating list — one of the key requirements for becoming a Woman Grandmaster. With this feat:

She has become the highest-rated U-15 girl player in India.

Ranked World No. 3 in the U-15 girls category.

Conferred with the prestigious title of FIDE Master.

Trained under International Chess Grandmaster & Arjuna Awardee, Shri Pravin Thipsay, Sherali has consistently shown exceptional dedication and brilliance. With continued training and international exposure, she is all set to become the first Woman International Master and Woman Grandmaster from Uttarakhand.

We thank Grandmaster Pravin Thipsay for his guidance and encouragement and look forward to supporting Sherali as she scales even greater heights.

Let us all congratulate Sherali on her inspiring journey and wish her the very best for her future tournaments!

Chess Champion in Both Men & Women Categories!

Our student Sherali Pattnaik made history in Uttarakhand Chess by winning both the State Senior Men Open and State Senior Women Chess Championships (11–13 Aug 2025) — a first for any girl in the state!

She achieved a perfect score in both events (6/6 in Men’s, 5/5 in Women’s), remaining undefeated throughout.

Sherali will now represent Uttarakhand in the National Senior Men Open and National Senior Women Championships. We are proud of her remarkable achievement and wish her success at the nationals!

International Chess Federation

*Proud Moment for DPS Dehradun!*

Our Class X student Sherali Patnaik has been conferred the prestigious FM (FIDE Master) title by the International Chess Federation – becoming the first female chess player from Uttarakhand to achieve this milestone with a 2304 FIDE rating!

Recent Rankings:

1st – India Girls (U15)

3rd – World Girls (U15)

5th – India Open (U15)

Top 16 – Active Female Players in India

Sherali has represented India in 150+ tournaments, winning multiple medals including Silver at the Asian Youth Rapid Chess Championship (UAE, 2023) and Silver at National Mandal Games (Sri Lanka, 2022).

Her dream: To become a Grandmaster & win the World Cup!

We are proud to nurture such a brilliant mind. Congratulations, Sherali – you inspire us all!

Career Counselling Session at DPS Dehradun

All India Chess Federation (AICF)

DPS GIRL SHINES IN CHESS

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) conduct National level chess championship in all age categories for boys and girls every year. To get through these prestigious tournaments, the Uttarakhand State Chess Association organised the State Chess Championship in different categories from 19th May to 24th May, 2025.

It’s a proud moment for us that Sherali Pattnaik of Delhi Public School, Dehradun is the only girl who participated in both Under 15 boys’ and girls’ category and proving her mettle yet again. She secured the first position in the championship by a perfect score of 5 on 5 in girls’ category. She secured the first position in boys’ category also and remain undefeated throughout the tournament. She is the first girl in the history of chess of Uttarakhand who became champion in girls and boys in both the category.

In Under 19 category, she secured the first position in the championship by a perfect score of 5 on 5 in girls’ category and 4th position in boys’ category.

In Under 17 category, she secured the first position in the championship by a perfect score of 5 on 5 in girl’s category and 3rd position in boys’ category. She was felicitated with trophies and cash prizes.

She will now represent State of Uttarakhand in National chess championship under 19, under17 and under 15 with the aspiration of making her home state proud in the National tournament as well.

The Management, Principal and faculty of DPS Dehradun congratulated Sherali Pattnaik for her commendable feats in Chess and wished her an illuminating future ahead.

Inter-School Taekwondo Championship

Delhi Public School, Dehradun hosted the Inter-School Taekwondo Championship on April 19, 2025, Saturday. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 20 schools across the region, with over 150 students showcasing their skills in a thrilling display of Taekwondo prowess.

The championship was inaugurated by Mr. Saurabh Thapliyal, Honourable Mayor of Dehradun who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Ms. Swati Uniyal, Principal of the Himalayan Public School was the Guest of Honour of the day.

The event featured a series of exciting bouts across various weight and age categories, with students demonstrating remarkable techniques and discipline. Delhi Public Dehradun emerged as the winner and got the Overall Trophy. The students felicitated with medals and certificates are as follows.

Shaurya Khanduri - Gold

Rajshri Bhatt - Gold

Deepanksh Bagriyal - Gold

Avnit kaur - Silver

Taksh Chamola - Gold

Shaurya Bhatt - Gold

Triyaksh Saini - Gold

Aarush Sharma - Silver

Krishna Jaiswal - Silver

Principal Shri B. K. Singh expressed gratitude to the guests, participating schools, coaches, and volunteers who made the event a grand success. He conveyed his best wishes to the Sports Department for their endeavours.

International FIDE Chess Tournament

Master Souren Chauhan (IV-C)

Souren participated in the International FIDE Chess Tournament held in Ghaziabad on Saturday and Sunday. In an impressive display of skill, he secured 5th position in the Under-8 category, winning a trophy and a cash prize of ₹3500.
The tournament was an open event, featuring players of all age groups. Souren's achievement is all the more remarkable considering he competed against a diverse pool of players and still managed to excel in his category.
Souren's achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication. The school community extends its warmest congratulations to Souren on this outstanding achievement. We look forward to seeing his continued progress and success in chess.

Uttarakhand State Chess Association organized the Under 19 State Chess Championship

Sherali Patnaik of Class 9 of DPS Dehradun participated in the 34th MPL National Under 17 Girls Championship held at Punjab University Chandigarh

Chess Competition

International Chess Federation has conferred the prestigious Chess Title, WCM (Woman Candidate Master)

Inter DPS National Chess Championship Girls (Open) 2024 was hosted by DPS Mohali on 29th and 30th of August, 2024

Dehradun District Badminton Championship in Under-11 category and secured 1st position in the same. The tournament was held on 27th June 2024 at the Parade ground, Dehradun

CBSE ZONAL TAEKWONDO

22nd Uttarakhand State Shooting Championship

International Junior (Under-19) Chess Association

Under 17 Girls Chess Championship

Ms. Sherali Pattnaik, a student of class 9, participated in the Under 17 Girls Chess Championship organized by Uttarakhand State Chess Association.

Playing in this State Chess Championship is mandatory to participate in the National Chess Championship.

*Sherali Pattnaik secured 1st position in the championship by scoring 4 out of 4 points* and now she will represent the state of Uttarakhand in the Under 17 National Chess Championship.

She also

Sherali Pattnaik also participated in National Women Chess Championship and proving her worth yet again, she secured the first position in the championship by a perfect score of 3 on 3.

She will now represent State of Uttarakhand in National senior women chess championship with the hopes of making her home state proud in the National tournament as well.

The school management, Principal and staff congratulated her for this wonderful achievement and wished her all the best for her future endeavours.

Outstanding Achievement in 21st Bangkok Chess Club Open Chess Championship, Bangkok Thailand

Dear All

Greetings!!

I am pleased to inform you of an exceptional achievement by DPS Dehradun in the recent 21st Bangkok Chess Club Open Chess Championship held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Our student, Ms Sherali Patnaik, has secured Best Lady Second Place Open Division in this prestigious tournament, showcasing remarkable talent, dedication, and strategic prowess.

This achievement not only reflects Sherali’s individual excellence but also highlights the caliber of students and the dedication of our school in nurturing talent and promoting extracurricular activities.

PHENOMENAL FEATS OF TAEKWONDO TEAM

The Taekwondo team of DPS Dehradun participated in the XIV District Taekwondo Championship 2024 at Jaswant Model School on 28th April 2024 in which about 300 players took part from all over the district. The tournament was hosted by Jaswant Model School, organized by Dehradun Sports taekwondo Association under the aegis of Taekwondo Uttarakhand affiliated to Taekwondo Federation of India and Indian Olympic Association.

40 students participated from DPS Dehradun and made us proud. They lifted the trophy. Seven of our students won Gold medals, 6 won Silver medals and 15 got Bronze medals.

The Gold medallists are:

Naman Saini – XII

Deepanksh Bagriyal – X

Krishan Jaiswal- X

Harshita Juyal-

Dharmagaya Madan –

Abhiraj –

Suryansh Panwar –

Devanshi Jain

Triyaksh Saini

Rudra Singh kharola

Shrey Sharma

The Silver Medallists are:

Taksh Chamola

Sameeksha Singh

Shaurya Khanduri

Tejasvit Thapa

Aakarshika

Tenzin

The Bronze Medallists are:

M Shyam Maran, Aarush Sharma, Ayush Rawat, Divika Dua, Aarav Singh

Atharv Gupta, Aadvik Joshi, Saanvi Bhatt, Advita

Students brought Laurels in State Yoga Championship-2024

The Yoga Association of Uttarakhand organised the 4th Uttarakhand Open State Yoga Championship on 28th April 2024, Sunday at the Multipurpose Sports Hall,Parade ground, Dehradun. The students of Delhi Public school, Dehradun participated in the event and won 22 medals in different categories -13 Gold, 5 Silver and 4 Bronze under the able guidance of Ms Nupur Bhui.

The following students were awarded with medals.

Mishti Bhui - XII B -1 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze

Alekh Negi -XI A- 2 Gold

Uday Pratap Singh - XI B - 2 Gold

Aditya Panwar - XI B - 2 Gold

Anubhav Singh Rawat- X C - 2 Gold

Aashi Verma X A - 1 Gold and 1 Silver

Maitreyee Nautiyal -XB- Gold

Kartik Rana -VA -Gold

Nishika Jolly -VA - Silver

Khushi Jaitley -Xll E- Silver

Zoya Saini Xll B - Silver

Aditi kathait -XC - Bronze

Shreyashi-X E - Bronze

Aditi Rawat -VIIIB - Bronze

The Yoga teacher Mrs Nupur Bhui also won a gold medal. The management and Principal Shri B K Singh congratulated the winners and appreciated the efforts of Yoga Deptt. for the commendable achievement.

9th State open Tennis Championship

Electrifying achievements of DIPSITES in Tennis!!!!

The students of Delhi Public school Dehradun participated in 9th State open Tennis championship organised by Uttareshwar Randive and came with flying colours.

In an exhilarating final match at the Uttarakhand 9th State Open Tennis Championship, Diya Kumawat of class VIII D emerged victorious in the Girls Under-14 singles and Under-14 Girls’ doubles, showcasing her exceptional skill and determination on the court, facing off against a formidable opponent Vaishnavi Bisht.

Saher Sarna of class VIII E from Professional Lawn Tennis Academy (PLTA) also emerged winner by clinching First prize in doubles under-14 category and Runner up in singles under-13 category.

Partnered with Saher, Diya further showcased her doubles prowess by clinching the title in the doubles category. Together, they displayed excellent coordination and teamwork, outmanoeuvring their opponents, Harmehar Kaur and Vaishnavi, to secure a hard-fought victory with a scoreline of 7/5.

Diya Kumawat and Saher Sarna’s triumph in both singles and doubles categories is a testament to their talent, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence in Tennis.

The Management, Principal Shri B K Singh, Vice principal Mrs Sujata Singh and faculty of DPS Dehradun celebrate thew kids’ well-deserved victory, and remarkable journey in the world of Tennis which serves as an inspiration to all.

Uttarakhand State Taekwondo championship

It's a matter of pride that the students of Delhi Public school Dehradun participated in 13th Uttarakhand State Taekwondo championship on 30th September 2023 at Zhen Sports Academy and won the Winners Trophy in Uttarakhand State. Nearly 250 students from seven districts participated in the event in which Dehradun district stood first, Haridwar second and Pauri Garhwal stood third. Delhi Public school Dehradun stood first in State level scoring maximum number of medals and achieved the Winners Trophy. The winners are:

Naman Saini XI B: Gold Aarushi Singh IXA: Gold

Shorya Sareen IX D: Gold Deepansh Agarwal IX E: Gold

Aarav Rawat VI C: Gold Krishna Jaiswal IX D : Silver

Devika Dua IV B : Silver Shaurya Khanduri VII E: Silver

Atiksh Vyas VD: Bronze

The management and Principal Shri B K Singh congratulated the winners and appreciated the efforts of sports department for the commendable achievement.

State Yoga Championship-2023

Students brought Laurels in State Yoga Championship-2023.

The Yoga Association of Uttarakhand organised the 15th Uttarakhand State Yoga Championship on 8th October 2023, Sunday at Multipurpose Sports Hall parade ground Dehradun, under the Fit India Campaign, Govt. of India. The students of Delhi Public school, Dehradun participated in the event and won 15 medals in different categories i.e 4 Gold, 3 Silver and 8 Bronze under the able guidance of Ms Nupur Bhui.

SFA Shooting Championship

Congratulations !! It is a proud moment for all of us as our two students Dev Arya ( VII) and Vaishnavi Singh (VIII) have brought glory to our school. Both the students secured silver medal and bronze medal respectively at the SFA Shooting Championship in Air Pistol U14 and U17 categories and qualified for the National Championship. The school management, principal and staff congratulated the young shooters.

Selection for Bhutan International Marital art Championship

CONGRATULATIONS...!!!!

Open National Taekwondo Competition-Ranchi

Open National Taekwondo Competition-Ranchi.

The Open National Taekwondo Competition was held at Ranchi ,showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition among participants from across the country.

Uttarakhand's Taekwondo team stood out with a remarkable performance

Notably, the real stars of Uttarakhand's performance at the Open National Taekwondo Competition were the three students from Delhi Public School (DPS) who clinched gold medals. Their remarkable achievements not only brought pride to the school but also to the entire state. These young athletes demonstrated exceptional skill, discipline, and determination throughout the competition. showcasing the incredible talent .

Krishna Jaiswal, Deepanksh Bagriyal and Shaurya Sarin bagged Gold Medal while

Harshita Juyal bagged a Bronze medal .

Kudos to our sports department for their dedication and hard work in showcasing the best in the field of Taekwondo!"

The Principal, Mr B K Singh appreciated and congratulated team DPS and the Sports Department of the school for their remarkable achievements!

CBSE Zonal Shooting Competition

CBSE Zonal Shooting competition was held at Social Baluni school, Dehradun from 25October to 29 October 2023.

In 10 metre Air Pistol category, our students excelled and were honoured with medals and certificates.

Yashasvini Choudhary - IX C: Silver medal

Shanvi Rawat- VC : Silver medal

Vaishani Singh - VIII D: Silver medal

Vanshika Chahal - XI E: Bronze medal

All of them are qualified for National. Management & Principal Shri B K Singh appreciated the winners and wished for their future endeavours.

CBSE North Zone Taekwondo Championship

Hearty congratulations to Miss Nandini Singh, Master Aditya Raj and Miss Nandini Raj for their excellent performance in the CBSE North Zone Taekwondo Championship. Miss Nandini Singh has qualified for the CBSE National Championship by winning the gold medal, while Master Aditya Raj and Miss Nandini Raj have won the bronze medal. School Management Principal and Staff congratulated all the winners for their excellent performance.

21st Uttarakhand State Shooting Championship

21st Uttarakhand State Shooting Championship was held at Jaspal Rana Shooting Range on 27th July to 2nd August 2023 in which the students of Delhi Public school Dehradun participated and came out with flying colours.

In Air Rifle under 19 women category:

1. Savera Sen 9A - Gold medal

2. Avika Gupta 8A - Silver medal

3. Vanshika Chahal 11 E - Silver medal

4. Aarushi Singh 9A - Bronze medal

In Air Rifle under 21 women category:

1. Yashaswini Chaudhary 9B - Gold medal

2. Avni Panwar 11D - Silver medal

3. Vaani Mehta 11D - Bronze medal

In Air Rifle para category:

1. Amogh A. S. Abhay 10 D - Bronze medal

Principal Shri B K Singh handed over the medals and certificates to the winners and appreciated their endeavours.

13th District Taekwondo Tournament

"CONGRATULATIONS"

Inter House Football Competition

An Inter House Football Competition was held in Delhi Public school Dehradun on 24th and 25th May 2023. Principal Shri B K Singh and Vice Principal Ms Sujata Singh inaugurated the tournament. More than 100 students of six houses participated in the competition. Sutlej house stood first , Yamuna house second and Ravi house stood third in the competition. Principal congratulated the winners and wished all participants luck.

INTER HOUSE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

The Inter House Basketball tournaments for Boys and Girls were held in Delhi Public school Dehradun on 27th and 29th May 2023. Principal Shri B K Singh and Vice Principal Ms Sujata Singh inaugurated the match. In Boys category Jhelum house won the first place, Yamuna second place and Chenab won the third place. In Girls category, Ravi won the first place, Chenab second and Jhelum won the third place. Principal congratulated the winners and applauded the sporting skills of all participants.

Bhutan International Marital Art Championship

Selection for Bhutan International Marital Art Championship was held at Zhen Sports Academy, Dehradun.Nearly 150 students from all over India participated in the event. Team Delhi Public School, Dehradun bagged Gold , Silver and bronze medals respectively in the event.The Gold Madelist have been selected for Bhutan International Martial art Championship. The winners are:

1.Naman Saini: Gold Medal
2.Sahurya Sarin: Gold Medal
3.Deepanksh Bagriyal: Gold Medal
4.Krishna Jaiswal: Gold Medal
5.Aarushi Bora Gold Medal
6: Vihan Tiwari Gold Medal
7. Abhiraj Singh: Silver Medal
8. Kavya Bora: Gold Medal
Principal Mr. B.K.Singh Congratulated the winners & appreciated
the efforts of the sports Department.

The Annual Terry for Run was held on 14th April, 2023

The Annual Terry for Run was held on 14th April, 2023 at The Doon World School, Miss Jhanvi Khan of class XII D bagged the 20th position. She also participated in the Sarmang Marathon and in the 28th Inter School Roller Skating championship held on the 16th April 2023 in which she bagged the first position in the girls category and bagged a gold medal in roll-ball, a silver in rink race respectively. As co host for the event, she was presented the memento of gratitude. Heartiest congratulations Jhanvi !

Uttarakhand Arm Wrestling Competition

It's a matter of pride that Anubhav Mehta of class XI D, who participated in Uttarakhand Arm Wrestling Competition in above 80kg category and secured 2nd position in state level and selected for national . The competition was held on 7th May 2023 at Pantagon Mall, Haridwar in which nearly 500 school students participated. Principal Shri B K Singh applauded him and conferred with medal.