Wakad – In a spectacular display of skill and determination, Samarth Hegde, a young talent from Wakad, clinched two gold medals in both Kata and Kumite categories at the Karate Mahotsav National Championship held in Howrah on January 7, 2024.
Laxmish Hegde, Samarth’s proud father, expressed his joy, saying, “We as parents are immensely proud to witness Samarth kickstart 2024 with remarkable achievements, securing two gold medals in Kata and Kumite. His hard work, coupled with the dedication of his coaches, has been commendable. We hope this collaboration continues to elevate his performance to new heights. It’s equally delightful to witness the success of other champions from Pune.”
According to information shared by Laxmish Hegde, Maharashtra’s Karate students left an indelible mark on the Karate Mahotsav National Championship Season 1 in Kolkata on January 7, 2024.
Under the tutelage of Shihan Ashok Vetal, along with coaches Tej Pratap and Hemant Kumawat, Vaishnav, the team secured an impressive tally of 10+ gold medals in both Kata and Kumite. Tej, Hemant, and Vaishnav individually participated and clinched gold medals in both categories. Alongside the coaching staff, Pune’s 15+ champions, representing Maharashtra, accomplished a stunning feat, bagging 10+ gold, 5+ silver, and 5+ bronze medals in the national event. This outstanding performance underscores the relentless hard work and dedication put in by both coaches and students to excel and bring glory back home.
Among the talented students who earned medals are Samarth Hegde, Devyanshi Sahu, Priyani Jakhotiya, Kanak Deshpande, Yuvan Puri, Parineeti Shedge, Debangana Saha, Niloy Pathak, and Arbaz Khan.
Laxmish Hegde extended his best wishes to all the young achievers, hoping for their continued success in future endeavors.
