Locals demand to declare Yasir as ambassador of Khelo India, Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign

People from Rajouri have urged the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the J&K Government and the Government of India to appoint young boxer Mohammad Yasir as ambassador of the Khelo India initiative and the Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan.

Mohammad Yasir, a resident of Rajouri, recently brought laurels to the country by winning the Asian Boxing Championship in the U-15 category held in Uzbekistan.

Locals said that Yasir’s life story itself serves as an inspiration for the younger generation. They stated that despite being homeless and living in extremely difficult conditions, the young boxer achieved success through hard work and dedication, proving that “a diamond is always found in coal”.

Residents said Yasir grew up in surroundings where drug abuse was common, but instead of falling into negative influences, he chose sports and discipline as his path.

They added that his journey can motivate thousands of youth across J&K to stay away from drugs and focus on sports and education.

People expressed hope that with proper support and encouragement, Yasir has the potential to bring greater glory to the nation in the future, adding that the day is not far when he could win an Olympic gold medal for India.