THIRUVANANTHAPURAM (KERALA), June 24: Sport Climbing Federation of India (SCFI) elected Dr. Rajmohan Pillai, Chairman of the Beta Group, as its new president. Dr. Rajmohan’s election, held at the Trivandrum Tennis Club on Sunday, marks a pivotal moment for the SCFI, heralding a new era of leadership and a dynamic vision for the future of sport climbing in India.
In his inaugural address, Dr. Rajmohan underscored his dedication to promoting sport climbing, with a special focus on its Olympic potential. “Our goal is to secure podium finishes at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics,” stated him. “Moreover, I am committed to developing sport climbing infrastructure across the nation, aiming to have over 1 million registered players from all corners of India.”
He highlighted the crucial role of integrating sport climbing into school curriculums, pointing out that students spend approximately 25,000 hours in school from 1st Standard to 12th Standard. He emphasized the need to establish sport climbing wall facilities in schools to identify and nurture young talent. “With India’s vast population, it is essential to train top performers from a young age. We plan to enrol 1,000 new athletes each year, providing them with professional training to excel in national and international competitions,” he added. (Agencies)
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