Institute’s Sports Director Mr. Yogesh Patil has been conferred with the prestigious Padmabhushan Vasantdada Krida Puraskar, instituted by the Zilla Parishad, Sangli, for the year 2023–2024, recognizing his outstanding contribution to the field of sports.
In a ceremony held on Thursday, 11th September 2025, he was given the award at the hands of Hon. Minister of Higher and Technical Education in the Government of Maharashtra Mr. Chandrakant Patil and Hon. Member of Parliament from Sangli constituency Mr. Vishal Patil. This prestigious recognition highlights his exceptional contribution and dedication as a sports mentor
Mr. Yogesh Patil has played a pivotal role in nurturing young players and strengthening the sport at both district and university levels. Players under his coaching have consistently shined at university, state, and national level competitions, bringing laurels to the institute and the university.
Director, Dr. Pallavi Jamsandekar has extended her congratulations to Mr. Yogesh Patil, appreciating his commitment towards student development and his efforts to uplift the institute’s sporting achievements.
All the staff members of the institute, too have expressed their pride and joy at Mr. Yogesh Patil’s achievement.