Pune: Dhruv Global School has earned a place in the Asia Book of Records by successfully organising a continuous 24-hour relay swimming marathon involving 58 students on Oct 8 and 9. The achievement highlighted the importance of physical fitness, teamwork, discipline, perseverance and collective effort among school students.The record was officially recognised by the Asia Book of Records, with Dr Chitra Jain, an adjudicator from the organisation, acknowledging the students’ accomplishment. She said that completing a 24-hour relay swimming marathon was no small achievement, as it required physical strength, endurance, dedication and an unwavering determination to continue despite challenges.The event, organised by Dhruv Global School, provided students with an opportunity to test their physical capabilities while developing a spirit of cooperation and mutual encouragement. The participation of 58 students in the continuous relay format made the initiative a significant milestone for the school.Dr Jain congratulated the swimmers, coaches, teachers and parents for their contribution to the achievement. She noted that the record reflected the students’ hard work and self-confidence, as well as the commitment of the entire team that supported them throughout the event.The initiative was conducted under the guidance of Sanjay Malpani, chairman of Dhruv Global School, and directors Yashovardhan Malpani and Anishkaa Malpani. Principal Sangeeta Rautji extended support for the programme, while sports coordinators Girish Tokse and Rohit Patil were responsible for its planning and coordination.Swimming instructors Smita Kathwe, Rupali Anap, Vishal Narwade, Uma Joshi, Aniket Sardar and Kapilesh Harane guided the students during the preparation and execution of the marathon. Their training, planning and coordination helped the participants take part in the demanding event and achieve the record.Principal Sangeeta Rautji said Dhruv Global School places considerable emphasis on the all-round development of students, with sports, arts, dance, music, meditation and yoga forming an integral part of their educational experience alongside academics.She said the 58 students who participated in the 24-hour relay swimming marathon demonstrated that sustained effort, dedication and perseverance could help individuals overcome demanding challenges. The achievement was not merely about setting a record, but also about building confidence, learning to work as a team and developing the ability to face difficult situations.The students gained more than the satisfaction of achieving a record. They also developed the confidence to face challenges in life. The experience taught them the importance of consistency, determination and commitment when dealing with difficult situations, Rautji said.She added that the school’s emphasis on physical and intellectual growth was rooted in the vision of its founder, Dr Sanjay Malpani, to provide students with opportunities for comprehensive development.Rautji said the accomplishment was the result of the combined efforts of every participating student, the swimming instructors, teachers and the wider sports team. She described the contribution of the teachers, coaches and organisers as commendable, adding that the collective commitment of everyone involved had made the achievement possible.The recognition in the Asia Book of Records marks an important milestone for Dhruv Global School and its efforts to encourage students to participate in activities that promote physical fitness, teamwork and personal growth.The school expressed appreciation for the students, instructors, teachers, parents and organisers whose collective efforts contributed to the successful completion of the marathon. The achievement also served as an example of how sporting initiatives can complement formal education by helping young learners develop confidence, discipline and a positive attitude towards challenges.By bringing together 58 students for a continuous 24-hour relay swimming marathon, Dhruv Global School demonstrated the value of collective determination and the role of sports in nurturing qualities that extend beyond the swimming pool and into everyday life.
