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The Hindu
04-08-2025
- The Hindu
SAAP Chairman lauds city skater
Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) Chairman A. Ravi Naidu congratulated international skater Ch. Aryani, who won a silver in the Roller Derby Skating category in the recently held 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship in South Korea. Aryani, who is from Vijayawada, met the SAAP chairman at his office on Monday (August 4, 2025). Mr. Ravi Naidu congratulated the skater and wished her all success in the future.


Indian Express
03-08-2025
- Indian Express
Over 20 skaters from Chandigarh who shone in Asian Roller Skating Championship felicitated
The Chandigarh Skating Association has felicitated more than 20 city skaters, part of various roller-skating Indian teams, which won medals in the recently concluded 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship in South Korea. Manika Mahajan, Yashika Sharma, Vinnati, Himanshi Kaushal and Anshika Sharma were part of the Indian roller hockey girls' team, which won the gold medal. Chandigarh skaters Gurshaan Singh Aujla, Angadbir Singh, Jujhar Singh and Naman Gussian were part of the silver medal-winning Indian roller hockey men's team. Dhiraj Shaunka, Damanpreet Singh, Daksh, Mayank, Dhriv Rathore, Ritesh Kamboj, Sarthak and Ansh Sharma of Chandigarh were part of the U-19 gold medal-winning Indian roller hockey team. Angel Kaushik, Sonam Singh and Jasmine Saini were part of the silver medal-winning Indian inline hockey junior girls' team. Jobanjeet Singh, Abhyuday Thakur, Paraspreet Singh and Sandhya Tiwari were part of the bronze medal-winning Indian inline hockey junior boys' team. 'Roller skating is among the popular sports in Chandigarh, and city skaters have always made the country proud at the international level. The inclusion of cash awards in the sports policy has further boosted sports in the city, and the performance in South Korea is a testimony to that,' Chandigarh Roller Skating Association president Arun Walia said. Sanjay Tandon, the chairman of the Standing Committee of the Administrator's Advisory Council on Sports, was the chief guest at the event. Along with the skaters, Sanan Mahajan, who was the manager of the Indian team in Korea, along with Harpreet Singh, who was the coach of the Indian team in Korea and is the secretary of the Chandigarh Roller Skating Association, were also honoured. 'It is a matter of great pride that Chandigarh skaters have won two gold, two silver and one bronze medals at the Asian Championship held in South Korea. With the administration's continued support in strengthening the sports policy, we will see Chandigarh skaters shine at the world level,' UT Cricket Association president Sanjay Tandon said.


Business Standard
31-07-2025
- Business Standard
India Shines at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship in South Korea
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 31: The 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship, held in South Korea this week, concluded with record-breaking participation and standout performances from athletes across the continent. Governed by the Confederation of Asian Roller Sports (CARS), the prestigious event brought together over 600 skaters from 22 countries, competing across multiple disciplines including speed, inline hockey, freestyle, and artistic roller-skating. One of the standout moments of the tournament came when India's Naisha Nishit Mehta struck gold, becoming the first Indian junior skater to top the podium in this event on an international stage. Regarded as one of Asia's premier skating tournaments, the championship is known for showcasing top-tier talent and providing a platform for emerging skaters to make their mark on the international stage. This year's edition was particularly notable for its high technical standards, synchronized team routines, and a growing representation of countries like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines in medal standings. The artistic roller-skating category drew significant attention with its Solo Dance and Free Dance events, judged on criteria such as rhythm, footwork, precision, and artistic interpretation. The judges' panel included international officials from Japan, Italy, South Korea, and India, ensuring strict adherence to global standards and scoring benchmarks. In a historic first for India, Naisha Nishit Mehta, a 17-year-old skater from Mumbai, secured the Gold Medal in the Junior Girls - Solo Dance category. Making her international debut, Mehta scored a decisive win with a 6.72-point lead, becoming the first Indian junior skater to claim top honours in this event. Her victory added to India's growing presence in international skating competitions and was applauded by the Indian contingent and event organizers alike. "Skating is where I find freedom," says Naisha. "Winning gold for India was a dream I lived on that rink." According to her coach, Ms. Adesh Singh, who also serves as a Team India Coach and International Judge, Mehta's performance demonstrated "impeccable balance, creativity, and emotional depth." With this victory, she joins a new generation of Indian athletes carving space in niche international sporting arenas. The next major international event on the calendar is the Pacific Cup, followed by the World Roller Games later this year, where India is expected to field its largest-ever contingent. For more updates and athlete information, visit: