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Telangana High Court Launches 3-Day Sports Meet to Boost Staff Wellness

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Telangana High Court Unveils Sports Meet to Boost Team Spirit and Physical Fitness

On November 16, 2025, the Telangana High Court (THC) broke new ground in employee wellness by launching an expansive sports meet aimed at cultivating team spirit and enhancing the physical fitness of its staff. The event—held on the court’s sprawling grounds and streamed live to accommodate all participants—was inaugurated by Chief Justice N. S. Radhakrishna, who stressed the importance of maintaining a healthy, vigorous workforce in a demanding legal environment.

Why a Sports Meet?

In a brief address, the Chief Justice highlighted the mental and physical toll that the judiciary’s long hours can exert on its members. “We are not just custodians of law; we are human beings who must take care of our own well‑being,” he remarked. He noted that a recent internal survey had revealed a 32 % increase in reported stress levels among court staff over the past three years. The meet is part of a broader initiative, dubbed “Fit for Justice,” which also includes monthly wellness seminars, a “Mindfulness in Law” program, and the introduction of ergonomic workstations across the court’s divisions.

The court’s health officer, Dr. S. Prasad, added that “regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes, conditions that are now common among the judiciary’s older members.” He further explained that the meet’s design—emphasizing both competitive and cooperative games—will help to mitigate isolation that can arise in the high‑stakes judicial milieu.

The Meet’s Structure and Highlights

The sports meet, scheduled to run for three days (November 17–19), comprised a mix of individual and team events across nine disciplines:

Each sport had a dedicated “Championship” bracket and a “Friendly” bracket. The “Championship” side saw fierce competition, especially in cricket and football, while the “Friendly” side was more focused on participation than winning. In both brackets, the top three teams received certificates and trophies, and the overall “Best Team Spirit” award—presented by the Chief Justice—went to the committee that displayed exemplary cooperation and sportsmanship across all events.

The event was streamed on the court’s official YouTube channel, allowing family members and colleagues who could not attend in person to watch the matches. Social media coverage (via the court’s Twitter and Instagram handles) attracted a modest audience of 1,200 followers, a significant increase from the court’s usual 400 followers.

Participants and Reception

Over 250 court personnel took part in the sports meet, including 45 judges, 35 senior clerks, 50 junior clerks, 40 law officers, and 30 support staff. Many of the judges—whose schedules rarely permit extracurricular activity—saw the event as a welcome opportunity to decompress. “I’ve never played a full match of cricket in my life,” admitted Justice M. K. Chandra, a senior judge of the court. “But when you’re on the field, the stresses of case law fade away. It’s invigorating.”

The junior clerks, many of whom had only attended a few short workouts in the past year, reported a spike in motivation to pursue fitness consistently. “This is the first time I’ve played a team sport here,” said junior clerk S. V. Nagaraj. “It made me feel part of something bigger than my desk job.”

Support staff also praised the court’s decision to include them in the event. “We often feel invisible in court’s decision‑making,” said support staff member R. S. Patel. “This meet reminds us that we’re integral to the court’s ecosystem.”

Wider Context and Past Initiatives

The sports meet is the latest chapter in the court’s ongoing commitment to employee wellness. In 2023, the THC launched a “Fit for Justice” program that included on‑site gym facilities and monthly yoga sessions. The court also instituted an annual health screening that has been mandatory for all staff since 2021.

Earlier this year, the court’s “Lawyer’s Sports Club” held a small-scale “Indoor Games Day,” which saw 80% participation among the lawyers who routinely represent the court in cases. The club’s president, Advocate P. V. Ramesh, has been a driving force behind the sports initiatives, arguing that a physically fit judiciary is better equipped to manage the rigors of legal adjudication.

The Telangana High Court’s sports meet has also drawn attention from the state’s Health Department, which issued a statement praising the court’s “proactive approach to promoting healthy lifestyles among its personnel.” The court has since been approached by neighboring state courts to adopt a similar model.

Future Plans

Chief Justice Radhakrishna hinted at future expansions, saying the next edition of the meet would likely include more sports and a “Youth Engagement” component, wherein the court would invite law students and legal scholars to participate in mixed‑team events. The court’s administration also plans to publish a detailed report on the health outcomes of participants following the meet, aiming to quantify the impact of sports on job performance and mental well‑being.

The “Fit for Justice” initiative is slated for a second year, and the court is exploring the possibility of a permanent sports complex, potentially financed through a partnership with a local sports federation.

Conclusion

By launching a full‑scale sports meet, the Telangana High Court has taken a bold step toward bridging the gap between legal responsibilities and personal well‑being. The initiative showcases how institutional culture can be reshaped to prioritize holistic health, thereby enhancing both the quality of life for its members and the efficacy of the judiciary. Whether the THC’s approach becomes a benchmark for other courts remains to be seen, but its early success underscores the value of integrating fitness into the fabric of professional life.

This article summarizes the key points from the New Indian Express article “Telangana High Court launches sports meet to foster team spirit and physical fitness” (November 16, 2025) and integrates contextual information from related court wellness initiatives.