Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)[India], May 23 (ANI): A promising judoka, the daughter of a bicycle restore store proprietor within the district headquarters of Belonia in South Tripura, Asmita Dey is aiming for the skies. The Target Olympic Podium Scheme improvement athlete aspires to win a medal for the nation within the Olympics.
Asmita, 20, is presently coaching on the SAI Regional Centre in Bhopal. She is gearing up for the upcoming Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2022, which is ready to happen in Uttar Pradesh from May 25. She goals to duplicate the success of the earlier version of those video games held in Bangalore.
Asmita, who might be representing Barkatullah University, mentioned, “I have previous experience participating in the Khelo India Games. I took part in the first edition of the Khelo India Youth Games held in Delhi. I won a silver medal in the 40 kg category that year. Later, I competed in Guwahati and won another silver medal. This time, I won a medal in the 48 kg category.”Asmita revealed that she has already participated within the Khelo India University Games held in Bangalore, the place she gained a gold medal within the 48 kg class. She mentioned, “After Bangalore, I now aim to win gold in Lucknow as well. My preparation is going well. My dream is to win a medal for the country in the Olympics, and I am working hard with full dedication for it.”When requested about her journey into this sport, Asmita mentioned, “My father has raised us, three siblings, with great difficulty. He runs a bicycle repair shop. My entry into this sport is a coincidence. Initially, I was in athletics, and the 800 meters was my favorite event. I even got selected in the district trials. But then my coach introduced me to judo, and I developed a keen interest in it ever since.”Asmita believes that the Khelo India University Games present a superb platform for athletes to showcase their expertise amidst world-class amenities. “It is a fantastic platform. Since I started participating in these events, my performance has improved significantly. It is a platform where athletes get good exposure amidst world-class facilities,” she added.
Asmita additional added that it was due to the Khelo India Games that she received the chance to remain on the SAI Center in Bhopal. Praising the amenities on the Bhopal SAI Center, she mentioned, “The facilities here at the Bhopal SAI Center are excellent. The food and accommodation are good and the athletes are well taken care of. Usually, I practice in two to three shifts during the day. My coach, Yashpal Solanki, takes complete care of me.”Asmita considers Indian judoka Avtar Singh as her inspiration. She mentioned, “When it comes to Indian stars, Avtar Singh Sir is my idol. Apart from him, I am also a fan of Japanese judo star Uta Abe, and I closely follow her game.” (ANI)