Archive · 23 Aug 2025
J&K Athletes Shine at Water Sports Fest Thanks to SAI
The Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 saw athletes from Jammu and Kashmir perform well, thanks to the Sports Authority of India (SAI) center at Dal Lake.
This center provides training and support to athletes from modest backgrounds, like Mohsin Ali, Sajad Hussain, and Muhammad Hussain.
They won medals in kayaking and canoeing, proving the impact of the SAI program.
The training helps them excel in sports and keeps them away from negative influences.
J&K athletes excelled at the Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025.
SAI's Nehru Park center in Dal Lake significantly aided their success.
Mohsin Ali won gold in K-1 1000m kayaking.
Sajad Hussain earned silver in C-2 500m Canoe Slalom.
Muhammad Hussain took silver and bronze in canoe events.
- Who
- Athletes from J&K, especially those trained at the SAI center.
- What
- Jammu & Kashmir athletes performed well at the Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025.
- When
- The festival concluded on Saturday.
- Where
- Dal Lake, Srinagar
- Why
- To showcase water sports talent and provide opportunities for athletes, particularly those from less privileged backgrounds.
- Event
- Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025
- Location
- Dal Lake, Srinagar
- J&K Rank
- 7th
- SAI Center
- Nehru Park
- Mohsin Ali Medal
- Gold
- Sajad Hussain Medal
- Silver
- Muhammad Hussain Medals
- Silver & Bronze
Sources
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KIWSF 2025: Madhya Pradesh finishes on top; SAI athletes from Odisha, Kerala shine
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