{"id":39445,"date":"2025-04-05T10:09:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T10:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ppnewsline.in\/?p=39445"},"modified":"2025-04-05T10:09:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-05T10:09:41","slug":"all-india-university-powerlifting-championship-2025-kicks-off-at-university-of-kashmir","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ppnewsline.in\/?p=39445","title":{"rendered":"All India University Powerlifting Championship 2025 Kicks Off at University of Kashmir"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"597\">The <strong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"260\">All India University Powerlifting Championship 2025<\/strong> was formally inaugurated today at the <strong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"324\">University of Kashmir<\/strong> by the <strong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"374\">Minister for Youth Services and Sports<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"393\">Satish Sharma<\/strong>. The prestigious event, held in collaboration with the <strong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"487\">Association of Indian Universities<\/strong>, brings together over <strong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"531\">1200 top athletes<\/strong> representing nearly <strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"572\">150 universities<\/strong> from across the country.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"942\">The inaugural ceremony was presided over by <strong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"715\">Vice Chancellor of the University of Kashmir, Professor Nilofer Khan<\/strong>. Prominent dignitaries in attendance included <strong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"826\">VC of Central University of Kashmir, Professor Ravinder Nath<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"872\">VC of IUST, Professor Shakeel A. Romshoo<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"941\">VC of Cluster University Kashmir, Professor Mohammad Mubeen<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1211\">In his address, Minister Satish Sharma lauded the University of Kashmir for hosting a tournament of such scale and importance. \u201cThis championship is not just a display of strength, but a powerful symbol of <strong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1200\">inclusivity, equality, and sporting excellence<\/strong>,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1619\">He added that the enthusiastic participation of athletes reflects the <strong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1320\">growing commitment and discipline<\/strong> among India&#8217;s youth toward fitness and competitive sports. \u201cPowerlifting,\u201d he noted, \u201cis more than just a physical contest\u2014it&#8217;s a <strong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1515\">test of inner resilience, mental strength, and determination<\/strong>. It teaches us that even the heaviest burdens can be overcome with perseverance and consistent effort.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1990\">Highlighting the government\u2019s focus on the development of sports, Sharma stated that <strong data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1749\">Jammu and Kashmir has seen a resurgence<\/strong> in sporting activities in recent years. He reiterated the administration\u2019s commitment to strengthening the sports infrastructure\u2014from <strong data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1936\">grassroots participation to elite-level training<\/strong>\u2014under the visionary leadership of the Chief Minister.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2228\">The Minister also credited initiatives like <strong data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2051\">Khelo India<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2079\">Fit India Movement<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2106\">National School Games<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2146\">University-level championships<\/strong> for laying the foundation of a <strong data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2227\">stronger, healthier, and more confident India<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2409\">The championship is expected to witness intense competition over the coming days, as athletes vie for top honors while showcasing the values of sportsmanship, strength, and unity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The All India University Powerlifting Championship 2025 was formally inaugurated today at the University of Kashmir by the Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma. 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