1st UT Ladakh Thang-Tha championship concludes

Kargil, Sep 10: The 1st UT Ladakh Thang-Tha Championship concluded at Public Park Changrah, near MPS Saliskote, showcasing the martial arts talents of over 150 players from various parts of Ladakh.

The tournament, organised by the Ladakh Thang-Tha Association under the aegis of the Thang-Tha Federation of India, was conducted under the expert supervision of National Referee Tariq Hassan and his team from the J&K Thang-Tha Association.

Syed Mehraj Ud Din Shah, General Secretary of the District Kargil Olympic Association, was the Chief Guest, while Anayat Ali Shotopa, General Secretary of the Ladakh Taekwondo Association, served as the Guest of Honour. The event was also attended by Mohammad Hassan, General Secretary of the Ladakh Thang-Tha Association, alongside senior sports enthusiasts, parents, and players.

Anayat Ali Shotopa expressed his appreciation for the growing popularity of martial arts sports such as Thang-Tha, Taekwondo, Boxing, and Karate in Ladakh. He highlighted the remarkable achievements of Ladakhi players at both national and international levels. He also noted that the formation of the Ladakh Sports Council would greatly benefit athletes by easing their challenges and providing more opportunities for development.

Syed Mehraj Ud Din Shah thanked the Thang-Tha Federation of India for supporting the Ladakh Thang-Tha Association and commended the dedicated efforts of Mudassir Hussain Wazir, President of the Ladakh Thang-Tha Association, and Mohammad Hassan, General Secretary. Shah commented on the rapid development of the sports sector in Ladakh following its transition to a Union Territory, with more opportunities opening up for players.

The event concluded with an impressive demonstration of sword fighting by players from Kashmir, which was met with great enthusiasm from the audience and participants alike. Prizes, trophies, and medals were awarded to the winning players, and mementos were presented to the officials in recognition of their hard work and dedication.

This championship marks a significant milestone in promoting martial arts in Ladakh and lays a strong foundation for future sporting events in the region.