India win record 83 gold medals in 2nd Asian Yogasana

India set a historic record with 83 gold medals at the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship held in New Delhi.
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New Delhi: India delivered a historic performance at the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship, sweeping the medal tally with a record 83 gold medals at the prestigious event held at the KD Jadhav Arena, Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, New Delhi.

The championship saw participation from over 21 countries, including Japan, Mongolia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan and others.

While India dominated with an unprecedented 83 golds along with three silver and a solitary bronze, Japan followed with three gold, three silver and four bronze medals, while Mongolia, Oman and Nepal rounded off the top five standings.

The championship concluded with a grand closing ceremony attended by Harsh Malhotra, Minister of State for Corporate Affairs, Government of India, and Ajay Chaudhary, Additional Commissioner of Police, Delhi, along with senior officials from the Asian and World Yogasana federations.

Umang Dawn, Secretary General of Asian Yogasana, opened the ceremony with a warm welcome, followed by an overview of the championship presented by Dr Sanjay Malpani, president of Asian Yogasana. Dr Jaideep Arya, Secretary General of World Yogasana, shared insights on Yogasana’s growing global stature.

Dr Sanjay Malpani, president of Asian Yogasana emphasised, “Yogasana not only strengthens the body but also nurtures mental resilience and focus qualities essential for holistic well-being and societal progress. Events like these spread this important message far and wide.”

Udit Sheth, president of Yogasana Bharat, delivered the closing remarks, congratulating all participants and celebrating the growing momentum of yogasana as a recognised sport. (IANS)

Final Medal Tally :

- India — 83 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronze (Rank 1)

- Japan — 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 4 Bronze (Rank 2)

- Mongolia — 1 Gold, 11 Silver, 6 Bronze (Rank 3)

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