Mehak, a 19-year-old martial arts player from Ludhiana, Punjab, secured a bronze medal at the Senior National Qazaq Kures Championship, held recently in Samalkha, Panipat, Haryana. The achievement adds another feather to Punjab's growing reputation in traditional wrestling.
Performance and Training
Displaying grit and determination against some of the country's top competitors, Mehak produced an impressive performance to finish on the podium in the national championship. She has been training at the Guru Nanak Stadium training centre under coach Parveen Thakur, with coach Nitin Batish also playing a significant role in her preparation and technical development.
Recognition and Impact
Congratulating the athlete, Ravi Kumar, general secretary of the Qazaq Kures Association, Punjab, said, “Mehak’s achievement is a proud moment for Punjab. She has worked hard for this success, and her medal will inspire more youngsters to take up this indigenous wrestling form.”
Mehak's bronze medal underscores the rising talent in Punjab's traditional wrestling scene and is expected to encourage greater participation in Qazaq Kures across the state.
