Mumbai, Oct 19: Samar Malhotra, a Semester V B.Tech. Data Science student at SVKM’s NMIMS Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering, has secured the No. 2 ranking in India in padel. With five national titles to his credit, Samar also represented India at the APPC 2026 in the Philippines, where the Indian team won a bronze medal.
Samar’s achievements reflect his dedication to the sport and the consistent effort he has put into his game. His five national-level titles mark important milestones in his journey, while representing India at an international competition has added another significant achievement to his sporting career.
As padel continues to gain popularity in India, young players like Samar are helping the sport grow through their participation in national and international competitions. His progress highlights the opportunities for emerging players to take their game to higher levels through regular training, discipline and commitment.
Alongside his sporting commitments, Samar continues to pursue his B.Tech. in Data Science at MPSTME, NMIMS. Balancing academics with competitive sport requires focus, time management and consistency. His journey highlights how students can pursue their sporting ambitions while continuing to work towards their academic goals.
Dr Koteswararao, Dean, MPSTME, NMIMS, said,
“It is encouraging to see students like Samar pursue their sporting ambitions alongside their academic commitments. His No. 2 ranking in India, five national titles and representation at an international tournament reflect his hard work and dedication. At NMIMS MPSTME, we encourage our students to explore their interests beyond the classroom and develop their potential in different areas. We are proud of Samar’s achievements and wish him continued success in both his academic and sporting journey.”
As Samar continues to compete and develop his game, his journey highlights how dedication to sport and education can go hand in hand. His achievements offer encouragement to other students who aspire to pursue their interests beyond the classroom while working towards their academic goals.
