Garhwal Post Bureau
New Delhi, 3 Nov: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Indian contingent for their exceptional performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain, where the nation’s young athletes secured a commendable total of 48 medals across various sporting disciplines. This remarkable achievement reflects the growing strength and depth of India’s youth sporting ecosystem and stands as a testament to the athletes’ dedication, discipline, and commitment to excellence. The IOA recognises that such performances are the result of sustained effort, rigorous training, and the invaluable guidance provided by their coaches and support staff. In acknowledgment of these commendable accomplishments, the IOA has decided to felicitate all medal winners, coaches, and athletes who secured fourth positions at a special ceremony to be held shortly. To honour their efforts and encourage continued excellence, the IOA will confer cash awards as follows: Gold Medallists – Rs 5,00,000 each; Silver Medallists – Rs 3,00,000 each; Bronze Medallists – Rs 2,00,000 each; 4th Position Finishers – Rs 50,000 each; Coaches of Medal-Winning Athletes – Rs 1,00,000 each; Kabaddi Boys’ and Girls’ Teams – Rs 10,00,000 each.
Dr PT Usha, President, Indian Olympic Association, stated, “The Indian Olympic Association takes immense pride in the exemplary performance of our young athletes at the 3rd Asian Youth Games. Their achievements reflect the future of Indian sport and the potential that lies within our youth. The IOA remains fully committed to providing every possible support to nurture and develop this emerging talent.” The IOA reaffirms its continued commitment to promoting excellence in sport at all levels and ensuring that young athletes receive the recognition and encouragement they deserve. The IOA also acknowledges the dedicated efforts of the coaches, National Sports Federations, and support teams who have played a pivotal role in this success.
