CGC Landran hosts ASMITA Khelo India Weightlifting Tournament
Landran, 31 Oct 2026- Celebrating strength, determination and the growing spirit of women in sports, CGC Landran hosted the ASMITA Khelo India Weightlifting Tournament, bringing together over 80 participants from across the Tricity. Organised under the ASMITA initiative of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, the tournament aimed to encourage greater participation of women in sports, empower female athletes and provide a competitive platform for emerging talent to showcase their abilities.
The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Ms. Umeshwari Sharma, Assistant Director-cum-District Sports Officer, Mohali; Mr. Parampal Singh Dhillon, Vice Chairman, CGC Landran; Dr. Rajdeep Singh, Campus Director, CGC Landran; and Capt. Vinod Jaswal, HoD, Sports, and other distinguished dignitaries. The tournament was further officiated by eminent Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWF) officials and qualified referees, including Sh. K.D.S. Nagra, Sh. Amrik Singh, Sh. D.K. Sharma, Sh. Kamaldeep Singh (International Referee and Tournament Observer), Ms. Amandeep Kaur, Sh. Amandeep Singh, Sh. Karanbeer Buttar, Sh. Vivek Dhiman, Sh. Gulshan Saini and Sh. Sachin Dhaiya, ensuring professional oversight and fair competition.
Demonstrating their competitive prowess, CGC Landran students delivered an impressive performance on the weightlifting platform, securing 11 medals, comprising four Gold, four Silver and three Bronze. Their achievements brought laurels to the institution and reflected the dedication, discipline and sporting talent nurtured at the campus.
Adding a special dimension to the tournament was the presence of 11-year-old Arshia Goswami, recognized as India's youngest and fittest weightlifting prodigy, alongside 8-year-old Armeet Kaur, the youngest participant at the event. Their participation inspired aspiring female athletes to dream big, pursue sporting excellence and recognize that age is no barrier to ambition.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rajdeep Singh, Campus Director, CGC Landran, said, "CGC Landran is proud to host this tournament and be part of a larger movement that is inspiring more girls to step forward and shape the future of Indian sports. Events like ASMITA Khelo India provide an important platform for women athletes to showcase their potential, build confidence and pursue greater sporting achievements. We congratulate all the participants and medal winners and wish them continued success. "
The tournament concluded on a high note, reinforcing the importance of inclusive sporting platforms in identifying and nurturing emerging talent. Through its continued focus on sports, youth development and women's empowerment, CGC Landran remains committed to fostering a culture where aspiring athletes are encouraged to push boundaries, pursue excellence and represent the nation on national and international platforms.