Mirpur: The 18th National Wushu competition, one of the most prestigious events of Wushu, was formally inaugurated at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Mirpur today. National Sports Council Secretary Aminul Islam inaugurated the five-day meet as the chief guest, with Bangladesh Wushu Federation (BWF) president Major General ASM Ridwanur Rahman presiding over the opening ceremony.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, NSC Secretary Aminul Islam, speaking as the chief guest, assured all kinds of support for the development of Wushu. BWF president Major General ASM Ridwanur Rahman expressed optimism, stating that if things work as planned, it is possible to bring back the good days of Wushu.
Nearly 418 athletes, coaches, and officials from 28 teams, including the Bangladesh Army, Border Guard Bangladesh, Bangladesh Police, Ansar and VDP, and Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan, are participating in the competition, organized by BWF. The competition, which began on July 23, will continue until July 27.
The event includes 27 gold medal events for men's and women's categories, with 19 in Sanda fight and eight in Taolu. A total of 108 medals, encompassing gold, silver, and bronze, will be awarded in various categories at the end of the competition.
Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain is expected to be present at the closing ceremony as the chief guest on July 27 and will distribute the prizes. Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka, Li Shaopeng, will be present as the special guest at the closing ceremony.