Srinagar to Host 3rd Asian Junior Pencak Silat Championship in September

NEW DELHI, Sept 7 — The third Asian Junior Pencak Silat Championship is scheduled to be held in Srinagar from September 25 to 30. The event is being organised by the Indian Pencak Silat Federation in coordination with the Pencak Silat Federation of Asia (PFA), the International Pencak Silat Federation (PERSILAT), the Ministry of Sports, and the J&K Sports Council. Anticipated to attract over 300 athletes, coaches, and officials from 12 countries, the championship will feature both match and artistic disciplines including Tanding (fighting), Tunggal (solo artistic), Ganda (pairs), and Regu (team of three) events for both boys and girls.

Opening Doors for Regional Athletes

This championship offers a platform for young athletes from J&K to showcase their talents on an international stage. It's also expected to bring a surge of sporting activity to the region, underlining Srinagar's growing status as a regional sports hub.

About Pencak Silat

Pencak Silat is a Southeast Asian martial art recognized internationally for its blend of combat and artistic expression. Governed by PERSILAT—which is acknowledged by the Olympic Council of Asia—it is practised worldwide, particularly across Asia.

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Source: Based on reporting by Daily Excelsior (Read Original)

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