The Nepal Weightlifting Association (NWA) organized a specialized "Anti-Doping Awareness and Rehabilitation" program today at the National Training Center in Dashrath Stadium, Tripureshwor.
Aimed at promoting clean and dignified sportsmanship, the event was chaired by the association's Acting President, Bijendra Bikram Shah, and featured Ranjana Pradhan, a board member of the National Sports Council, as the chief guest. During her address, Pradhan emphasized that anti-doping education is indispensable for athletes and noted that such initiatives are vital for maintaining the integrity and international reputation of Nepali sports.
The technical core of the program was led by Dr. Ashim Bhandari, the founding coordinator of the Nepal Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), who conducted a comprehensive training session. Dr. Bhandari detailed the various technical aspects of anti-doping regulations, the severe health risks associated with using prohibited substances, and the specific precautions athletes must take to remain compliant.
Further insights were provided by Partha Sarathi Sen Gupta, an Executive Board Member of the Asian Weightlifting Federation (AWF), and Chief Coach Dinesh Bhujel, both of whom highlighted the critical roles of discipline and health awareness in professional weightlifting.
The seminar saw an enthusiastic turnout, bringing together a wide range of stakeholders including athletes of various levels, coaches, referees, association officials, and sports enthusiasts.
According to the Nepal Weightlifting Association, this initiative is part of a broader mission to professionalize the sport and ensure that athletes are well-equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of international sporting standards safely and ethically.
