Aadil Abdullah
Bandiopora:: Sabkat Malik, 20-year-old girl from the Vijjhara area of Bandipora district on North Kashmir is all set to represent India in Youth Asian Ju-Jitsu International Championship scheduled in Abu Dhabi next month.
Sabkat Malik has a long history of success in martial arts, having won multiple gold medals at district, state, national, and international levels.
Despite facing challenges like limited infrastructure and societal stereotypes, Sabkat’s dedication and resilience have propelled her to this achievement.
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Playing at international level and to become a champion in Ju-Jitsu martial arts is aim of my life,”
Sabkat added that she has been practicing continuously to achieve her goal of representing India in Youth Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship scheduled in Abu Dhabi next month. Her family members have also said that they feel very happy to learn about her selection.
Sabkat’s journey began in get class 6th, and she has since participated in national competitions, even winning eleven gold medal.
“There are people who taunt girls whenever they go out in the field,” she says. “But my determination has paid off, and I hope to make my country proud in Abu Dhabi.”
Sabkat’s trainer, Muzaffar Ahmad Kawa, is full of praise for her dedication and consistency. “She is an inspiration to others,” he says. “We are confident that she will continue to achieve great things.”
Muzaffar Kawa has been instrumental in her journey, training her for over a decade.
With her talent and determination, Sabkat is expected to excel in the championship and inspire future generations of female athletes.