Omar congratulates Rajouri boxer Mohammad Yasser for winning gold at U-15 Asian tourney
17/05/2026
Srinagar, May 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday congratulated 14-year-old boxer from Rajouri, Mohammad Yasser, on winning a gold medal at the Asian U-15 Boxing Championship in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
A trainee at the Khelo India Centre in Rajouri, Yasser scripted history by becoming the first boxer from Jammu and Kashmir to win a gold medal at the Asian U-15 Boxing Championship that was held in the Uzbek capital from May 1-16. He defeated boxers from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Iran and host Uzbekistan to clinch the gold in the 58-kg category.
In his congratulatory message, Abdullah said the young boxer's "remarkable achievement has brought pride and honour to Jammu and Kashmir and the entire country". He lauded Yasser's dedication, hard work and determination, saying his success on the international stage reflected the immense sporting talent emerging from the region.
The chief minister wished Yasser the best for his future endeavours and expressed hope that his achievement would inspire sportspersons across J-K to pursue excellence with commitment and perseverance.
Abdullah also reiterated the government's commitment towards promoting sports infrastructure & providing opportunities to talented youth to excel at national and international meets.
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