Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council on Friday congratulated young boxing sensation Mohammad Yasser of Rajouri for winning the gold medal at the Asian Boxing Championship held in Uzbekistan, describing the achievement as a historic milestone for Jammu and Kashmir and a proud moment for the country.
The Council stated that Yasser’s international triumph reflects the growing sporting transformation taking place across Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Narendra Modi, with increased focus on youth empowerment, grassroots sports development and creation of opportunities for athletes from the region.
Hailing from Rajouri district and trained at the Khelo India Centre Rajouri, Mohammad Yasser scripted what the Council described as an extraordinary journey of determination, resilience and dedication.
The Council noted that despite facing financial hardships and difficult circumstances, the young boxer continued his pursuit of excellence through hard work and commitment.
During the championship, Yasser displayed exceptional skill and composure against some of Asia’s top young boxers. He registered important victories over opponents from Kazakhstan and Iran before advancing to the final and eventually clinching the gold medal for India at the prestigious continental event.
The Sports Council said the achievement is a shining example of the immense talent present among the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and demonstrates how proper guidance, sports infrastructure and competitive exposure can help athletes from remote areas achieve excellence at the international level.
The Council further observed that Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed significant growth in the sports sector in recent years through establishment of modern infrastructure, expansion of Khelo India Centres, grassroots talent identification programmes and sporting initiatives aimed at positively engaging youth.
Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Shahid Iqbal Choudhary also congratulated Mohammad Yasser and termed the victory a proud moment for the Union Territory.
He said the success of athletes like Yasser reflects the immense sporting potential of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and reaffirmed the government’s commitment towards strengthening grassroots sports and creating international-level opportunities for young athletes.
The achievement sparked celebrations across Rajouri and among the sporting fraternity of Jammu and Kashmir, with coaches, athletes and youth hailing Yasser as a symbol of perseverance, hope and the emerging sporting spirit of the Union Territory.
The J&K Sports Council also extended its best wishes to Mohammad Yasser for future international competitions and expressed confidence that he would continue bringing laurels to Jammu and Kashmir and the country.
