IISM Gulmarg Successfully Concludes Fourth Skiing and Snowboarding Course
On February 12, 2026, the Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering (IISM) in Gulmarg wrapped up its fourth 14-day Skiing and Snowboarding Course for the 2025-26 training season. A graduation ceremony was held to commemorate the occasion, which saw enthusiastic participation from winter sports enthusiasts across the country. This successful event reaffirmed IISM’s dedication to promoting excellence and professionalism in snow skiing and snowboarding training in India.
The ceremony was graced by Minga Sherpa, IAS, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, who served as the Chief Guest. A total of 101 candidates from various parts of India completed the course, with 57 in the Basic, 14 in the Intermediate, 7 in the Advanced, and 23 in the Snowboarding category.
During the ceremony, certificates and prizes were presented to the successful participants by the Chief Guest. Minga Sherpa congratulated all the students on their accomplishment and emphasized the prestigious status of IISM as the country’s premier institute. He highlighted the competitive nature of securing a seat in the courses, which are in high demand and booked online.
The Chief Guest encouraged the participants to seize the opportunity to learn from the institute’s qualified and experienced instructors. He commended the young generation from across India for their dedication to winter sports and adventure activities, expressing his delight at their enthusiastic participation.
Minga Sherpa underscored the vital role institutions like IISM play in nurturing talent, discipline, and resilience among youth. He emphasized that such training not only prepares individuals to excel in sports but also in life.
