KURUKSHETRA: British Deputy High Commissioner Caroline Rowett on September 19 visited the Manoj Kumar Boxing Academy in Haryana’s Kurukshetra and interacted with young boxers, offering best wishes for future boxing tournaments.
She was welcomed by boxer Manoj Kumar, a two-time Olympian and 2010 Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist, along with boxing coach Rajesh Kumar Rajound.
During her visit accompanying Rajinder Nagarkoti, Political, Press and Projects Adviser, British High Commission based in Chandigarh, they interacted with boxers. International boxer Manoj Kumar, an Arjuna and Bheem Awardee, expressed his gratitude.
“Their support and encouragement mean a lot to me and all our aspiring boxers. Together, we are committed to fostering the next generation of champions,” he said. “It was wonderful to see so many talented young athletes, especially women and children, training at Manoj Kumar’s Boxing Academy. Their dedication is truly inspiring, and I encourage them to continue their hard work and passion for the sport. I hope to see many of them representing India on the global stage, perhaps even at the 2028 Olympics,” she said.
“Our sports soft power has brought us closer to countries like India, where we share a rich history of collaboration and mutual respect.”
