College of Engineering

Mr. Tayappa Shendage

Director of Physical Education & Sports

PES's COE, Phaltan

As part of our commitment to holistic development and student well-being, the Sports Department at PES’s College of Engineering, Phaltan (affiliated to DBATU, Lonere) plays a vital role in promoting physical fitness, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence among students. The department strives to create a healthy balance between academic pursuits and physical activity by encouraging active participation in sports and games. Our goal is to nurture discipline, teamwork, leadership, and resilience through structured sports programs while identifying and supporting talented athletes to excel at intercollegiate, university, state, and national levels.

Our strategic objectives include:

• Encouraging mass participation in indoor and outdoor sports to promote physical fitness and mental well-being.
• Organizing intramural and intercollegiate sports competitions to foster a spirit of healthy competition.
• Identifying and training talented students for participation in university, state, and national-level tournaments.
• Providing proper sports infrastructure, equipment, and professional guidance for various games and athletic events.
• Promoting values of discipline, teamwork, leadership, and fair play through sports activities.
• Collaborating with university sports boards and external agencies for coaching, competitions, and talent development.

Through these initiatives, the Sports Department aims to develop physically fit, mentally strong, and socially responsible individuals who embody the true spirit of sportsmanship.