India achieved a historic milestone at the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship, sweeping the competition with a record-breaking haul of 83 gold medals. The prestigious event was held at the KD Jadhav Arena in the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, New Delhi.
The championship witnessed participation from over 21 countries, including Japan, Mongolia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan. While India dominated with an unprecedented 83 golds, Japan secured second place with 3 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze medals. Mongolia, Oman, and Nepal rounded out the top five in the overall standings.
Teams from Uzbekistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Kazakhstan, and Bhutan also showcased impressive performances, underlining the growing prominence of yogasana as a competitive sport across Asia, according to a release from SAI Media.
The grand closing ceremony was graced by Harsh Malhotra, Minister of State for Corporate Affairs, and Ajay Chaudhary, Additional Commissioner of Police, Delhi, along with senior representatives from the Asian and World Yogasana federations.
The ceremony opened with a warm welcome from Umang Dawn, Secretary General of Asian Yogasana, followed by an overview of the tournament by Sanjay Malpani, President of Asian Yogasana. Jaideep Arya, Secretary General of World Yogasana, shared insights on the sport’s growing global stature. A vibrant cultural showcase further added colour to the celebrations.
Speaking at the event, Sanjay Malpani highlighted the significance of yogasana, saying, “Yogasana not only strengthens the body but nurtures mental resilience and focus — qualities essential for holistic well-being and societal progress. Events like these help spread this important message.”
Udit Sheth, President of Yogasana Bharat, expressed pride in the Indian team’s achievement, saying, “I’m proud of our Indian National Team for their spellbinding yogasana competitiveness. A spectacular medal tally — just amazing! As the sport grows rapidly, we must sustain this excellence. Well done, Team India.”
Final Medal Tally Highlights:
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India — 83 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronze (Rank 1)
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Japan — 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 4 Bronze (Rank 2)
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Mongolia — 1 Gold, 11 Silver, 6 Bronze (Rank 3)
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Oman — 1 Gold, 3 Silver, 7 Bronze (Rank 4)
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Nepal — 0 Gold, 27 Silver, 12 Bronze (Rank 5)
The championship concluded with a glittering medal ceremony, celebrating the athletes’ outstanding performances and marking the end of a highly successful event.