World's Largest Volleyball Tournament Kicks Off at KISS

The world's largest volleyball tournament, with over 5,000 players, was inaugurated at KISS in Bhubaneswar, India, marking its entry into the Guinness World Records. Organized with FIVB, the event aims to foster peace and growth in volleyball. A new scholarship supports standout players globally.

The Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences in Bhubaneswar, India, hosted the inauguration of the world's largest volleyball tournament, marking an entry into the Guinness World Records. With over 5,000 players, the festival is organized in collaboration with FIVB and KIIT, signaling a historic occasion in sports.

Key figures at the event included Jennifer Larson, U.S. Consul General in Hyderabad, Fabio Azevedo of FIVB, and Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT and KISS. The festival underscores a commitment to community and sports, expressed through volleyball's potential to promote peace.

An agreement between KISS and FIVB aims to develop volleyball in Odisha, while the new 'Samanta-Graça' scholarship offers educational opportunities for standout players. The presence of Dr. Ary S Graça, President of FIVB, highlighted the event's significance in sports diplomacy.

(With inputs from agencies.)