Asian Games Bronze Medallist Animesh Kujur Pays Courtesy Visit to Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai

Chief Minister Congratulates Animesh Kujur on His Historic Achievement, Says His Success Is a Matter of Pride for Chhattisgarh

Animesh, a Native of Ghuitangar Village in Jashpur, Wins Bronze in the Asian Games 4×100-Metre Mixed Relay

Indian Team Also Improves National Record with a Time of 41.06 Seconds

Animesh Is an Inspiration for the State’s Youth; His Success Will Give Fresh Encouragement to Chhattisgarh’s Sporting Talent: Chief Minister Shri Sai

State Government Committed to Providing Talented Sportspersons with Better Training, Modern Facilities and Opportunities to Progress

Raipur, 16 October 2026/

Athlete Shri Animesh Kujur, who brought pride to Chhattisgarh and the country by winning a bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai at the Chief Minister’s residential office in Raipur on Friday. Chief Minister Shri Sai congratulated Shri Kujur on his historic achievement and wished him a bright sporting future.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Animesh Kujur, a son of Jashpur, had made all of Chhattisgarh proud with his outstanding performance on the international stage, achieved through talent, hard work and determination. Winning a medal at a prestigious international event such as the Asian Games is a major achievement in itself. The Indian team’s improvement of the national record makes this accomplishment even more special.

The Chief Minister held a warm interaction with Shri Kujur about his Asian Games performance, training and sporting journey. He said that Animesh’s achievement is an inspiration for thousands of young people in the state who aspire to build a future in sports. His journey from a small village to representing the country on the international sporting stage demonstrates that, with appropriate opportunities, training and encouragement, young people can make their mark anywhere in the world.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Chhattisgarh has no shortage of sporting talent. From Bastar to Surguja and Jashpur, the state’s tribal and rural areas are home to many talented sportspersons. The State Government is working to identify such talent at an early stage and provide modern training, better sports infrastructure and facilities suited to the requirements of national and international competitions.

He said that the State Government is promoting sports development as part of the overall development of young people. Alongside expanding sports infrastructure, particular attention is being given to providing sportspersons with better training and opportunities to progress in competitions. The government is committed to ensuring that Chhattisgarh’s sportspersons win more medals at the national and international levels and bring pride to the state and the country.

The Chief Minister said that the success of sportspersons such as Animesh further strengthens the new sporting culture taking shape in the state. Their achievements instil confidence in the younger generation that even the most ambitious goals can be achieved through discipline, hard work and determination.

Shri Animesh Kujur shared his experiences during the meeting. Extending his best wishes for future competitions, Chief Minister Shri Sai encouraged him to continue with the same dedication and confidence and win more medals for the country at forthcoming international sporting events.

A Journey from a Small Village in Jashpur to the International Stage

Shri Animesh Kujur hails from Ghuitangar village under the Kunkuri police station jurisdiction in Jashpur district. He delivered an outstanding performance as part of the Indian team to win the bronze medal in the 4×100-metre mixed relay at the Asian Games 2026 held in Japan. The Indian team also improved the national record, clocking 41.06 seconds in the event.

Animesh’s achievement is a moment of special pride for Chhattisgarh. His journey from rural Jashpur to winning a medal at the international level is an inspiration for the state’s young sportspersons.

Shri Animesh Kujur’s father Shri Amrit Kujur, mother Smt. Reena Kujur, office-bearers of the Athletics Association, and officers and staff of the Sports Department were present.