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Danish Manzoor, an accomplished taekwondo athlete from Jammu and Kashmir, met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in New Delhi. The Fit India Ambassador is gearing up for major international competitions, including the World Taekwondo Presidents Cup. Hailing from Baramulla, Danish is among the few athletes from J&K to compete globally. His journey reflects dedication, having trained under Master Atul Pangotra and represented India in Olympic-ranking events.

Key Points: Taekwondo Star Danish Manzoor Meets Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

  • Danish Manzoor prepares for World Taekwondo Presidents Cup-Oceania
  • First international athlete from Baramulla, J&K
  • Trained with Uzbekistan National Team
  • Competed in 2022 Israel Open
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International taekwondo athlete Danish Manzoor meets Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

J&K athlete Danish Manzoor, a Fit India Ambassador, discusses fitness and upcoming championships with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in New Delhi.

"The meeting with Om Birla has inspired me to pursue excellence in taekwondo and fitness. – Danish Manzoor"

New Delhi, June 25

Danish Manzoor, renowned international taekwondo athlete and Fit India Ambassador, had the honour of meeting Om Birla, Speaker of Lok Sabha, at his residence in New Delhi. The meeting was a memorable experience for Danish, who expressed admiration for Birla's kind gesture, empathy, and respectful interaction.

Danish, a decorated athlete with numerous international accolades, is gearing up for upcoming competitions, including the World Taekwondo Presidents Cup-Oceania G3 Olympic ranking event and Australia Open 2025, to be held in Gold Coast, Australia, in August. He recently participated in an international training camp with Uzbekistan National Taekwondo Athletes.

The meeting with Om Birla has inspired Danish, and he looks forward to continuing his pursuit of excellence in taekwondo, promoting fitness, and inspiring others through his achievements.

The 26-year-old Danish Manzoor is from the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir. He is one of the first few athletes from the state to perform at the international level.

He represented Team India in the Men's 58 weight category at the 2022 Israel Open G2 Olympic Ranking Taekwondo Championship from August 11 to August 14, 2022, in Ramla, Israel.

Danish, who took up the sport at the age of 13, has a strong foundation in Taekwondo and has the privilege of representing India at various international Olympic ranking events. Coming from the land of mountains, Baramulla, Kashmir, his dedication and hard work have led him to achieve remarkable feats both nationally and internationally.

In 2023, Danish made his mark on the international stage by competing in the World Taekwondo Presidents Cup-Asia Region, where he secured a sixth rank. This achievement not only highlights his skill and dedication but also sets a strong precedent as he prepares for the upcoming championship in Indonesia.

Danish has been training under Master Atul Pangotra (Chief Coach, J&K) and Aasif Ahmed Shah (NIS, S&C). He expressed his gratitude to the Secretary Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul, for her support throughout the training camp.

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that is becoming very popular in India.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Proud to see athletes from J&K making India proud on international stage! 🇮🇳 Danish Manzoor's journey from Baramulla to global championships is truly inspiring. Hope our government continues supporting such talents. Best wishes for the Australia Open!
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Priya M.
Wonderful to see our Lok Sabha Speaker taking time to encourage sports personalities. Such interactions motivate young athletes across India. Though I wish more politicians would show similar interest in promoting sports at grassroots level beyond just photo ops.
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Arjun S.
Taekwondo is gaining popularity but still needs more infrastructure support. Danish's achievements show what's possible with proper training. Hope to see more sports academies in J&K and other border states to nurture talent.
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Neha T.
As someone from Kashmir, this makes me so emotional! ❤️ Danish proves that with determination, youth from our region can achieve anything. His story should be shared in schools to inspire others. More power to him for the upcoming competitions!
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Sanjay V.
While this is great, I hope the government allocates more funds for martial arts training. China dominates in these sports because of their systematic approach. We need similar long-term planning if we want Olympic medals.
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Kavita R.
Danish's journey from starting at 13 to international championships is what 'Khelo India' spirit is all about! 👏 Would love to see a documentary on his training routine and challenges faced. Such stories unite our diverse nation through sports.

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