Rasmita Sahoo’s Double Gold Propels Odisha to Stunning 2nd Place at Khelo India Water Sports Festival

Odisha delivered an outstanding performance at the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival held in Bhubaneswar, securing an impressive second place overall. The highlight of the event was Rasmita Sahoo, who propelled her team with two gold medals in the 200-meter canoe sprint and the 500-meter kayak single events on the final day.

Key Highlights of Odisha’s Performance

• Rasmita Sahoo’s remarkable double gold wins
• Overall medal tally of 6 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze
• Strong performances in canoeing, kayaking, and rowing
• Other notable athletes like Anil Kumar (gold in men’s 1000-meter rowing single) and Meena Kumari (silver in team kayaking)

Impact and Future Prospects

The festival played a crucial role as a qualifying platform for international competitions, with coaches expressing satisfaction at the development and nurturing of talent. The Odisha Sports Minister praised the team’s achievements, emphasizing that Rasmita’s victories serve as an inspiration to young athletes and reflect the state’s commitment to fostering water sports excellence.

Fans created an electrifying atmosphere by cheering loudly at every medal win, further motivating the competitors. With such promising results, Odisha is on track to become a dominant force in Indian water sports, aiming to maintain this momentum in future national and international events.

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