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Global Kashmir Desk
Kupwara : The Gen Bipin Rawat Fencing Championship, organized by the Vajr Division under Operation Sadbhavana in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Fencing Association (JKFA), concluded on monday at the Vajr Fencing Node, Maidan-e-Azam, Kupwara, with an inspiring display of youthful energy, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Held from October 3 to 5, 2025, the championship witnessed participation from eight districts across Jammu & Kashmir, featuring 136 fencers, including 26 women athletes, who competed in 22 events across individual and team categories. The spirited performances reflected the region’s growing enthusiasm and skill in the dynamic sport of fencing.
The Commander, 28 Artillery Brigade, graced the closing ceremony as Chief Guest, congratulating all participants for their determination, discipline, and competitive spirit.
Among the prominent guests were Ms. Supriya Singh Chauhan, Secretary General, JKFA, and Mr. Rashid Ahmed, International Fencer and Referee, who commended the world-class infrastructure at the Vajr Fencing Node and urged young athletes to continue striving for excellence with passion and national pride.
In the final results, Team Udhampur emerged as Champions, while Team Kupwara secured the Runner-Up position, earning wide applause for their remarkable performance and team spirit.
Dedicated to the memory of Late General Bipin Rawat, India’s first Chief of Defence Staff, the event celebrated his enduring ideals of leadership, discipline, and unity — values that continue to inspire the youth of the nation.
The championship marks another milestone in the Indian Army’s ongoing mission to empower the youth of Jammu & Kashmir through sports, nurturing confidence, resilience, and a spirit of national integration.
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