Bengaluru Powerlifters Shine at District Championship, Set Sights on State Glory
Bengaluru – Athletes from across the city demonstrated immense strength and determination at the recently concluded District Powerlifting Championship, organized by the Bengaluru Powerlifting Association (BPA). The event, which featured competitors across Sub-Junior, Junior, and Masters (40+) categories, saw impressive performances that have set a confident tone for the upcoming state-level contest.
The championship highlighted not just raw power but the inspiring journeys of discipline and dedication. Both male and female lifters participated, with several standout performances marking a successful day for the Bengaluru sporting community.
Golden Triumph for Masters Category Athlete
In a stellar performance, Greeshma Bernad, a member of Team BSLA and a recipient of the Abhaya Bravery Award, clinched the gold medal in the Masters category. Her victory has secured her a qualified spot to compete at the State Championship, scheduled for October 24th in Mangalore.
Her coach, Pankaj Gupta, who is also a national-level athlete, spoke highly of her transformative journey. “When Greeshma started, she was not as confident as she is now. She is very disciplined as far as her self-care is concerned and her dedication to the sport is amazing,” Gupta stated. He expressed high hopes for her future performance, adding, “Our district can aim for another gold at the State Championship.”
Promising Talent Emerges in Junior Ranks
The championship also served as a platform for new talent to emerge. Aashkaa Das, a junior category lifter in the under-50kg weight class, was identified as a promising new face for the sport. Described as bubbly yet formidable, Das is another athlete from Coach Gupta’s stable from whom the district can keep medal hopes alive.
Adding to the medal haul, Aditya secured a silver medal in the Junior 120+ kg category, making it a particularly fruitful championship for Coach Gupta and his trainees. Three of his students have now qualified for the state-level competition.
A Coach’s Vision for the Sport’s Future
Behind these successes is the guiding vision of Coach Pankaj Gupta, who aims to establish himself as a successful coach in Bengaluru and is dedicated to uplifting the sport of powerlifting. “Pankaj Gupta wants to see himself as a successful coach of Bangalore and is ready to dedicate his passion for the uplifting of powerlifting among all,” the release noted.
His commitment is reflected in the performance of his athletes, who were cheered on by members of Team BSLA, an organization noted for uplifting the spirits of sports across South India.
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The results of the championship signal a bright future for powerlifting in the region. With athletes like Greeshma Bernad leading the charge with their experience and newcomers like Aashkaa Das bringing fresh energy, Bengaluru’s powerlifters are poised for strong performances on the state stage. Their journeys of overcoming challenges and striving for excellence serve as a powerful motivation for aspiring athletes across the city.
Key Quotes
From Coach Pankaj Gupta:
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On Greeshma Bernad’s journey: “When Greeshma started, she was not as confident as she is now. She is very disciplined with her self-care and her dedication to the sport is amazing.”
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On state championship prospects: “Our district can aim for another gold at the State Championship in Mangalore.”
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On his vision: “I am dedicated to channeling my passion into uplifting the sport of powerlifting for everyone in Bangalore.”
Descriptive Quote:
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“Aashkaa Das is a promising new face—bubbly yet formidable—from whom the district can keep medal hopes alive.”
Congratulations team Mnmm