In a proactive step towards enhancing the skills and capabilities of our wrestlers, the Sports Ministry has initiated a significant development by dispatching a cohort of six promising wrestlers bound for the Asian Games to a specialized training camp and competition in Romania. This strategic move falls under the purview of the Sports Ministry's 'Assistance to National Sports Federations (NSF) Scheme', a program aimed at bolstering the prowess of our athletes on the international stage.
With a vision to provide these wrestlers with a competitive edge and refined techniques, the contingent is accompanied by a dedicated team of three support staff members who will play a pivotal role in ensuring the athletes' holistic training experience. An integral aspect of this endeavor is the participation of our wrestlers in the prestigious Ion Cornianu and Ladislau Simon event, scheduled to take place from the 18th to the 20th of August. This platform not only presents an opportunity for our athletes to gauge their skills against international counterparts but also acts as a testing ground for the methodologies and tactics they've been refining during their training regimen.
This international sojourn spans across a comprehensive period of 15 days, during which the Sports Ministry is ensuring complete financial coverage. The funding encompasses a spectrum of expenses, encompassing training costs, accommodation and meals, air travel, visa charges, and a well-deserved out-of-pocket allowance (OPA) for incidentals. By alleviating the financial burden, the Ministry aims to empower the athletes to focus solely on their preparation, thus maximizing their potential when they eventually compete on the global platform. All of this preparation and dedication culminate in the prestigious Asian Games, an event that holds immense significance in the sporting calendar. Scheduled to be hosted in Hangzhou, China, from the 23rd of September to the 8th of October, these wrestlers will carry not just their individual aspirations but also the aspirations of a nation, as they strive for excellence and sporting glory.
The roster of Greco-Roman wrestlers selected for this Romania tour includes:
Gyanendar – Weight Category: 60kg Neeraj – Weight Category: 67kg Vikas – Weight Category: 77kg (Khelo India Athlete) Sunil Kumar – Weight Category: 87kg (TOPS Athlete) Narinder Cheema – Weight Category: 97kg (Khelo India Athlete) Naveen – Weight Category: 130kg
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