Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Isha Gramotsavam Promotes Rural Sporting Talent
The Isha Gramotsavam is a big sports event that happened in a place called Dummugudem.
Lots of people played volleyball, and the best team won prizes.
Important people like the local leader and police officer were there to support the event.
The event is part of a bigger competition happening in many places.
The winners will get to go to a big final event and win lots of money.
The event is organized by the Isha Foundation to help people in villages play sports and stay healthy.
The 18th Isha Gramotsavam was held in Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem, with 350+ players in the men's volleyball tournament.
Chief guests included Mulakapadu Sarpanch Tulasamma and CI T. Venkatappaiah, who appreciated the event's positive impact on youth.
The Aasupaka team won the tournament, with Koyyuru, KN Puram, and Kashinagaram teams securing the next top positions.
The event is part of a larger competition across 15 districts in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with finals on September 6 in Coimbatore.
Total prizes exceed Rs.1 crore, with the grand finale offering Rs.5 lakh each for Men's Volleyball and Women's Throwball winners.
- Who
- Isha Foundation, rural communities, district administration, police department
- What
- 18th edition of Isha Gramotsavam, men's volleyball tournament
- When
- July 18 - September 6
- Where
- Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem, and other districts in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- Why
- To revive sporting spirit, promote talent, and provide positive activities for youth
Promotion of Rural Sports
Addressing Youth Addiction
Event Purpose
Promotion of Rural Sports
The event aims to revive the sporting spirit and community life in rural India.
Addressing Youth Addiction
The event provides a positive direction for youth to avoid alcohol and drug addiction.
- Event Name
- Isha Gramotsavam
- Location
- Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
- Participants
- 350+ players
- Chief Guests
- Tulasamma (Mulakapadu Sarpanch), T. Venkatappaiah (CI)
- Winning Team
- Aasupaka
- Event Duration
- July 18 - September 6
- Grand Finale Location
- Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore
- Total Prizes
- Rs.1 crore+