Ferozepur Skaters shine at Asian Championship; District Roller Skating Association accorded grand welcome

Ferozepur, August 2, 2025: Three young international skaters from Ferozepur—Bhavik Jain, Harshika, and Harnav Singh—were given a rousing reception by the members of District Roller Skating Association upon their return from South Korea, where they won silver and bronze medals at the prestigious 20th Asian Roller Skating Championship.
The players, all students of local Dass & Brown World School, brought laurels to the nation and the district. Harshika, playing for the Junior Indian Inline Hockey Girls Team, clinched a silver medal, while Bhavik Jain (Class XII) and Harnav Singh (Class XI), representing the Junior Boys’ Team, secured a bronze medal. Notably, Harnav was praised for scoring goals in every match he played.
The grand welcome began with the players standing atop an open jeep, adorned with flower garlands, greeted by beats of dhols, sweets, and celebratory fireworks. MLA Rajnish Dahiya and Assistant Commissioner Simranjit Singh joined the celebrations and lauded the young athletes, calling them the pride of Ferozepur. “These young champions are an inspiration for the youth of the district. They’ve raised India’s flag high on international soil,” said Dahiya.
They were taken in a cavalcade from Moga Road to the school, where they were received with applause and admiration from students, staff, and the association members. A ceremonial cake-cutting and felicitation ceremony followed at the school.
General Secretary of the District Roller Skating Association, Manjeet Singh Dhillon, commended the skaters' stellar performances. “These young athletes have elevated the name of Ferozepur and their school on the global map. With the constant encouragement and leadership of our President Dr. Anirudh Gupta, our association is making a mark at the international level,” he said.
Vice President Ranjan Sharma echoed similar sentiments, adding, “Ferozepur is no longer behind. Our athletes are proving their mettle globally, and schools like Das & Brown are nurturing such talent. It is a proud moment for the entire district.”
The event concluded with Association Organizing Secretary Abhishek Madan thanking all attendees and highlighting the association’s achievements. Members Manreet Singh, Pawan Madan, Vipul Narang, Advocate Pankaj Sharma, Sumit Sharma, and others extended their congratulations to the players.