Girls’ 12th State Gatka Championship Begins at Kotkapura with Traditional Grandeur
Kotkapura/Faridkot, May 2
The 12th State Gatka (Girls) Championship–2026, organised by the Gatka Association of Punjab in collaboration with the Gatka Association District Faridkot, commenced with great enthusiasm today at Baba Farid Gurukul Group of Colleges in Kotkapura, district Faridkot. The event began with Ardas and spirited Jaikaras, creating an energetic and devotional atmosphere.
The championship was jointly inaugurated by Advocate Harjeet Singh Grewal, President of the World Gatka Federation and National Gatka Association of India, along with Giani Shamsher Singh, Sher Singh Mand and former Parliamentary Secretary Mantaar Singh Brar. On the occasion, participating players and members of the Referee Council took an oath to uphold discipline and fair judgment during the tournament.
The championship is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Manjit Singh Dhillon, Chairman Kultar Singh Brar, Harbir Singh Duggal, General Secretary Talwinder Singh, National Coach Narinder Pal Singh Paras and Press Secretary Gurinder Singh Mahindratta.
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The event will conclude on May 3 at the Gurukul College campus, where Kultar Singh Sandhwan will attend as the Chief Guest and honour the winning teams. Managing Director of the college, Dr. Pritam Singh Chhokar, welcomed all guests and participants.
Speaking on the occasion, Brar praised the initiative of empowering girls through self-defence and martial arts, while also appreciating Dr. Dhillon for his contributions to education and social service.
Jathedar Sher Singh Mand thanked the organisers and encouraged the participants by announcing financial support of Rs 2 lakh for the championship. He also assured uninterrupted Langar service throughout the event on behalf of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.
Addressing the gathering, Advocate Harjeet Singh Grewal said continuous efforts are being made to encourage both boys and girls to take up Gatka alongside other Sikh sports. He stated that the championship provides a valuable platform for talented players to preserve and promote the rich heritage of the ancient Sikh martial art.
More than 250 girls from 11 districts are participating in various age categories, making the championship a major platform for young athletes to display their talent, discipline, and competitive spirit.
