Indian Army athletes have once again brought glory to the nation, delivering stellar performances across multiple international sporting events. Their recent successes in boxing, wrestling, and para-shooting have underscored the military’s role in nurturing world-class sports talent.
At the Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, Havildar Deepak struck gold in the 75kg category, defeating Uzbekistan’s Abdurakhimov Javokhir with a commanding 5:0 unanimous decision. Competing against elite boxers from nations like China, Kazakhstan, and Thailand, Deepak’s victory contributed to India’s total of eight medals at the event and highlighted the Army’s consistent dominance in boxing.
In wrestling, Subedar Deepak Punia and Havildar Amit showcased their prowess at the Ulaanbaatar Open 2025 Wrestling Ranking Series in Mongolia. Punia claimed a silver medal in the 92kg freestyle category, while Amit earned bronze in the 79kg category after a tightly contested 14-14 bout against Mongolia’s Dalaitseren Javkhlankhuu, which he won on criteria. Their efforts helped India finish with 21 medals overall—six golds, seven silvers, and eight bronzes—making the tournament a strong showing for Indian wrestling.
In para sports, Naib Subedar Amir Ahmad Bhat made headlines at the World Shooting Para Sports World Cup in Changwon, Korea. Competing in the P3-25m Mixed Pistol SH category, Bhat claimed two gold medals—one in the individual event and another in the team event. A former active-duty soldier who lost his leg in a landmine blast near the Line of Control in Rajouri, Bhat’s transition to para shooting has been marked by resilience and dedication. His recent wins follow a silver medal at the 2022 Para Nationals and position him as one of India’s top para-shooters.
These international accomplishments reflect the Indian Army’s unwavering support for sports excellence through initiatives like Mission Olympics and continued investments in athlete development. The achievements of Deepak, Punia, Amit, and Bhat serve as powerful examples of determination and national pride, inspiring a new generation of Indian athletes to pursue greatness on and off the battlefield.
