The J&K UT Thang-Ta Championship 2026, organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Thang-Ta Association and sponsored by the J&K Sports Council, concluded successfully on Monday at the Multipurpose Indoor Hall, Polo Ground, Srinagar.
The three-day championship, as per a statement, held from 22nd to 24th August 2026, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of more than 550 athletes from different parts of Jammu & Kashmir. The championship provided a valuable platform for young and senior athletes to showcase their talent, discipline and competitive spirit in the traditional martial art of Thang-Ta.
Ahsan Pardesi, MLA, Lal Chowk Constituency, graced the concluding ceremony as the Chief Guest. He distributed prizes and medals among the winners and congratulated all the participating athletes for their commendable performances.
A special highlight of the championship was the selection of the overall Champions of Champions in the men’s and women’s categories. Ifra Jan from Pulwama was declared the Women’s Champion of Champions, while Hammad Bashir bagged the title of Men’s Champion of Champions for their outstanding performances throughout the championship.
Speaking on the occasion, Ahsan Pardesi appreciated the efforts of the J&K Sports Council and the J&K Thang-Ta Association for promoting sports and providing opportunities to young athletes across the Union Territory. He congratulated the winners and participants and encouraged them to continue working hard and bringing laurels to Jammu & Kashmir.
The concluding ceremony was also attended by distinguished guests, dignitaries, coaches, instructors, officials, referees, parents and sports enthusiasts. The organisers expressed their gratitude to all the guests, officials, coaches, volunteers, parents and participants whose cooperation contributed to the successful conduct of the championship.
The J&K Thang-Ta Association congratulated all the medal winners and appreciated the dedication and sportsmanship displayed by every athlete throughout the three-day championship.
The successful conclusion of the championship marks another significant step towards strengthening Thang-Ta and promoting sporting talent across Jammu & Kashmir.
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