Chief Minister Shri Sai attended the closing and prize distribution ceremony of Wako India National Kick Boxing Championship 2025
Raipur, 20 July 2025
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai attended the closing and prize distribution ceremony of WAKO India National Kick Boxing Championship 2025 organized at Sardar Balbir Singh Juneja Indoor Stadium in the capital Raipur late this evening.
On this occasion, Chief Minister Shri Sai, while heartily welcoming and felicitating about 1200 participants and 300 coaches from 28 states of the country in Chhattisgarh, the maternal home of Lord Shri Ram and the holy land of Mata Kaushalya, said that it is the good fortune of the state that Wako India National Kick Boxing Federation chose Chhattisgarh for this prestigious event.
While making the participants aware of the specialties of Chhattisgarh state, the Chief Minister said that it is a small but very prosperous state situated in the heart of the country, 44 percent of whose land is covered with picturesque forests. There is a dense Abujhmad region spread over 5,000 square kilometers, where even the rays of the sun do not reach. The state has picturesque waterfalls, beautiful caves, rich mineral wealth and cultural diversity. Chief Minister Shri Sai said that as per the resolution of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Naxalism in Chhattisgarh is now in its last phase. He also invited the players from all over the country to visit Chhattisgarh.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that sports like kick boxing develop courage, strength and determination in the youth. He said that “This event will definitely give Chhattisgarh a more strong place on the national sports map.”
While congratulating the Kick Boxing Association of Chhattisgarh for organizing this grand event, the Chief Minister said that sports are an integral part of life, which not only teaches physical health but also discipline, self-confidence and dedication.
He urged the participants to keep moving towards their goals with hard work, dedication and passion. The Chief Minister said, “Victory and defeat are a part of life, but the real goal should be to recognize and hone your potential.”
While praising the Khelo India program run under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Shri Sai said that all the 33 districts of Chhattisgarh have been linked with this scheme so that players from both urban and rural areas can get equal opportunities.
He said that the state government is paying special attention to the development of infrastructure, training and incentive schemes to promote sports. He also said that the scheme of giving prize money of Rs 1 to 3 crore to the players who win medals in international events like Olympics is a reflection of the government’s commitment.
Referring to the Chhattisgarh Sports Promotion Scheme, the Chief Minister said that under this scheme, upgradation of playgrounds, provision of high-level equipment, financial assistance to sports clubs and organization of traditional sports have been ensured.
At the end of the programme, the Chief Minister wished all the participants good luck for their participation in the competition and expressed hope that in the coming years, Chhattisgarh will play a leadership role in the field of sports in the country.
Addressing the program, MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal said that sports like kick boxing are very important for self-defense, especially for girls. He appealed to all school students to include sports in their daily routine along with studies. He said that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body and under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, sports are being encouraged at every level in the state. He said that sports academies and infrastructure are also being built rapidly in the state.
Mayor Mrs. Meenal Chaubey also addressed the program and encouraged all the players and wished them a bright future.
On this occasion, President of Wako India National Kick Boxing Federation, Mr. Santosh Agarwal, President of Chhattisgarh Kick Boxing Association, Mr. Chhagan Munda, President of Chhattisgarh State Minority Commission, Mr. Amarjeet Chhabra, Observer Mrs. Renu Parikh, Mr. Murali Sharma, local public representatives and sports lovers were present.
Punjab secured first position in the competition with 22 gold, 18 silver and 26 bronze medals. Maharashtra secured second position with 21 gold, 16 silver and 29 bronze medals and Tamil Nadu secured third position with 12 gold, 14 silver and 15 bronze medals. Chhattisgarh secured sixth position at national level by winning 8 gold, 13 silver and 37 bronze medals in this championship, which is a matter of pride for the state. Along with this, Assam Rifles was awarded as the best disciplined team.
