SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir secured the Overall Team Trophy in both Wushu and Taekwondo at the 70th National School Games, winning 22 medals across the two disciplines, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Wednesday.
Congratulating the young athletes, Omar said their performance demonstrated the region’s growing sporting potential and reflected their dedication and hard work. He reiterated the Government’s commitment to improving sports infrastructure and encouraging sporting excellence.
The Taekwondo team won 14 medals, comprising four gold, three silver and seven bronze, during competitions held from October 22 to 26. In Wushu, held from October 15 to 19, Jammu and Kashmir claimed eight medals, including one gold, two silver and five bronze.
The Games were held at the Government College of Physical Education in Ganderbal. Omar Abdullah inaugurated the event on October 15, with more than 1,300 young athletes from 23 States and Union Territories taking part.
The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, Jammu and Kashmir, organised the Games under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI).
