Jammu Kashmir Athlete Secures Gold at Mongolia Para Taekwondo Championship | Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: Athlete Chandeep Singh from Jammu and Kashmir has won the gold medal at the 11th Asian Para Taekwondo Championship in Mongolia, bringing major sporting honours to the Union Territory and the country.

The achievement has been hailed as a significant milestone for para sports, with Chandeep’s triumph reflecting exceptional determination and excellence on the international stage.

Congratulating the athlete, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha praised the victory in a post on X, describing it as a proud moment for both the Union Territory and the nation.

“Congratulations to Chandeep Singh for winning the Gold Medal at the 11th Asian Para Taekwondo Championship held in Mongolia,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He noted that the feat highlights the growing sporting talent emerging from Jammu and Kashmir and serves as an inspiration for young athletes to strive for excellence.

The 11th Asian Para Taekwondo Championship featured top para athletes from across Asia, with Chandeep’s gold medal standing out as a notable achievement for India at the continental event.