Srinagar, Oct 7: MLA Zadibal and National Conference spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq on Wednesday inaugurated the SnowShoe Running National Coaching Camp for the World SnowShoe Championship-2027 at Polo Ground, Srinagar.
The camp, as per a statement, organised by the J&K SnowShoe Association under the auspices of the SnowShoe Federation of India (SSFI), is being attended by around 30 shortlisted athletes from different parts of the country, including Jammu and Kashmir.
The coaching camp is part of India’s preparations for the World SnowShoe Championship-2027, to be conducted by the World SnowShoe Federation in Italy.
Interacting with the athletes, Tanvir Sadiq described SnowShoe running as a high-endurance sport that demands greater stamina and strength compared to conventional marathon and cross-country running.
He said winter sports such as SnowShoe running can be promoted without major infrastructure requirements or costly facilities.
“SnowShoe running can be held in any part of J&K where there is snow. It primarily requires high-endurance athletes and a pair of snowshoes,” he said.
Tanvir Sadiq was welcomed on the occasion by J&K SnowShoe Association President Tariq Ghani and Vice President Arif Laigaroo. Among others present were SnowShoe Federation of India Vice President Harish Kumar, J&K SnowShoe Association office bearers Muzamil Mir, Reyaz Wani and Ahsan Ali, besides coach Tahir Mir.
Welcoming Tanvir Sadiq and the participating athletes, Tariq Ghani said the association’s objective was to use SnowShoe running as a platform to promote J&K’s tourism and winter sports.
“As as J&K SnowShoe Association and Chamber of Commerce President I am happy to see guest athletes in the camp and assure them all the support and Cooperation. You are our guests and we will make sure your stay is pleasant,” Tariq Ghani said.
Arif Laigaroo said it was encouraging to see Tanvir Sadiq, who himself is a marathon runner, come forward to motivate the athletes.
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