Odisha Athletes Shine at Asian Athletics Championships: A Bronze and Silver Celebration!

Odisha's athletes Animesh Kujur and Srabani Nanda have made headlines with their impressive performances at the Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea. Kujur clinched a bronze medal in the men's 200m, while Nanda's team secured silver in the women's 4x100m relay. Both athletes received accolades from the Governor and Chief Minister of Odisha, who praised their hard work and dedication. This achievement not only brings pride to the athletes but also inspires future generations in the realm of sports. Read on to discover more about their remarkable journey and the celebrations that followed.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2025, 10:37 IST

Celebrating Odisha's Athletic Achievements

Bhubaneswar: The Governor of Odisha, Haribabu Kambhampati, along with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, extended their heartfelt congratulations to athletes Animesh Kujur and Srabani Nanda for their remarkable performances at the Asian Athletics Championships held in South Korea.

Animesh Kujur secured a bronze medal in the men's 200m event, while Srabani Nanda's team achieved a silver in the women's 4x100m relay.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister expressed, "I extend my congratulations to the women's team for winning the silver medal in the 4 × 100 meters relay at the #AsianAthleticsChampionships in Gumi, South Korea. Special congratulations to Odia sprinter Srabani Nanda, who was part of the team."

He further added, "Your achievement is a source of pride for Odisha. Your dedication and passion for sports will undoubtedly inspire future generations. I wish you all a bright future and continued success."

The Chief Minister also praised Kujur for making the nation proud with his accomplishment, wishing him the best for his future endeavors.

The Governor echoed these sentiments, congratulating Kujur and wishing him success in his athletic career.

Opposition Leader Naveen Patnaik remarked, "Congratulations to #Odisha's star athlete #AnimeshKujur for breaking the national record in the 200m and winning a bronze medal at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea."

"May he continue to excel and bring honor to our state and country. Best wishes to him," he concluded.