Yogi Adityanath to Celebrate Young Athletes at Junior National Rowing Championship

Closing Ceremony of the Junior National Rowing Championship

On Thursday, Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to attend the closing and awards ceremony of the 46th Junior National Rowing Championship at Ramgarh Tal. His presence is anticipated to inspire young athletes as he presents awards to the winners in various categories.

Before the awards are handed out, the Chief Minister will observe two final events of the championship. He is also expected to address the athletes and officials during the closing ceremony, as per the official announcement.

The championship, taking place at the Water Sports Complex in Ramgarh Tal, has attracted 273 athletes and officials from 20 different states, including the host state of Uttar Pradesh. The event commenced on May 17 and will conclude on May 21.

Ramgarh Tal: A Rising Water Sports Destination

Officials have noted that the Chief Minister has been instrumental in establishing Ramgarh Tal as a significant hub for water sports in India. The area has undergone extensive beautification, and a state-of-the-art Water Sports Complex, valued at approximately Rs 49 crore, has been constructed near the venue, allowing Gorakhpur to host national-level rowing competitions regularly.

Sudhir Sharma, Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh Rowing Association and Vice President of the Rowing Federation of India, remarked that this championship highlights Ramgarh Tal's increasing prominence on the national rowing scene. This event is part of a series of significant rowing competitions held at this location.

Previously, Ramgarh Tal hosted rowing events during the Khelo India University Games in 2023, followed by the Sub-Junior National Rowing Championship in October 2024. Recently, the national women's rowing team conducted a training camp at this venue in preparation for the 2026 Asian Games. Additionally, the Asmita National Women's Rowing League was held at Ramgarh Tal earlier this month, further solidifying Gorakhpur's status as a key water sports center in India.