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J&K Wushu and Taekwondo School Teams Win National Games Trophies, CM Omar Congratulates
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 02:33 PM
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Jammu and Kashmir’s school wushu and taekwondo squads clinched trophies at the National School Games, prompting Chief Minister Omar to extend congratulations.
The school teams representing Jammu and Kashmir in wushu and taekwondo secured trophies at the recently concluded National School Games, a prestigious inter‑state competition for student athletes. Their performances were highlighted by disciplined techniques and decisive victories in their respective weight categories.
Chief Minister Omar publicly praised the young athletes, noting that their success reflects the growing sports culture in the valley and the effectiveness of recent training initiatives. He urged the state’s education and sports departments to continue providing robust support to nurture emerging talent.
State officials said the medals will be presented in a formal ceremony later this week, and the winning squads will be invited to share their experiences with schools across the region to inspire broader participation in martial arts.
The achievement adds to Jammu and Kashmir’s recent sporting accolades and underscores the importance of school‑level competitions in identifying future national champions.
Chief Minister Omar publicly praised the young athletes, noting that their success reflects the growing sports culture in the valley and the effectiveness of recent training initiatives. He urged the state’s education and sports departments to continue providing robust support to nurture emerging talent.
State officials said the medals will be presented in a formal ceremony later this week, and the winning squads will be invited to share their experiences with schools across the region to inspire broader participation in martial arts.
The achievement adds to Jammu and Kashmir’s recent sporting accolades and underscores the importance of school‑level competitions in identifying future national champions.