International Taekwondo player Tashi Tundup felicitated by Haji Anayat Ali, Chairman Legislative Council on June 11 in Kargil.

Tashi Tundup from Kargil represented India at the New Poomsae Education Course at Taekwondowon, Muju South Korea.

Haji Anayat said that the Government is committed to promoting sports like Taekwondo in the district.

He said that attracting youth towards healthy activities through sports is need of the hour. No stone will be left unturned as far as encouragement of young players and promotion of talent hunt is concerned.

Haji Anayat Ali also appreciated the Coach and International Player Atul Pangotra for encouraging youths of J&K to take sports as a profession. He said that they are the role models who can motivate youths to step forward and bring laurels.

Tashi Tundup expressed gratitude to Haji Anayat Ali for his help and intervention making it possible to participate in the international event. He urged continuous help and support so that the players do not hesitate to participate in such events due to lack of funds.

He also briefed about his future plans and ideas to promote Taekwondo in Kargil.