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Gold Medal for India, Silence from State Inside Nazia Bibi’s Struggle
Public Lokpal
September 26, 2026
Gold Medal for India, Silence from State Inside Nazia Bibi’s Struggle
Srinagar:Twenty-one-year-old Nazia Bibi made history as the first athlete from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India in international Kho-Kho, helping the national women's team lift the maiden Kho-Kho World Cup in New Delhi. Hailing from a nomadic Gujjar-Bakerwal tribal family in Jammu, Nazia’s journey was paved with immense hardship. She overcame severe social scrutiny for pursuing sports, financial constraints, and a lack of basic local infrastructure.
Despite bringing global glory to the country, her triumphant return was met with a glaring lack of recognition and support from the Jammu and Kashmir administration. While national leaders celebrated the victory, Nazia and local advocates highlighted the state’s severe sports infrastructure deficits—including a lack of proper indoor stadiums and specialized training mats in Jammu. Her story underscores the resilience of grassroots tribal athletes in India, who must fight systemic indifference alongside fierce competition. Activists continue to call for robust financial backing, proper honors, and stable career opportunities for regional champions.
