Kamal Kumar Biswas.TOD.Balurghat
The quiet waters of Balurghat’s swimming pool have become the training ground for a growing generation of young athletes, whose discipline and determination are now translating into medals at regional and national-level competitions.
At the CBSE Far East Zone Swimming Championship, four swimmers from Balurghat competed against thousands of athletes representing eight states, including West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and the northeastern region. Turjo Sarkar emerged as the standout performer, winning gold in the 100-metre breaststroke and silver medals in the 50-metre and 200-metre events.
Balurghat also finished runner-up at the 43rd annual swimming competition organised by Coochbehar Town Club. Of the 15 swimmers who represented the town, 12 secured positions in their respective categories. The team returned with 21 medals — 11 gold, five silver and four bronze — and 42 points.
Among the gold-medal winners were Mayukh Sur in the 50-metre butterfly and 100-metre freestyle, Purbachal Ghosh in the 50-metre backstroke, Swayam Das in the 50-metre breaststroke, Manojit Pahan and Spandan Haldar in the 50-metre backstroke, Aishani Sarkar in the 50-metre breaststroke and Madhura Sarkar in the 50-metre backstroke. Sneha Debnath stood out by winning three gold medals in the 50-metre freestyle, breaststroke and backstroke.
Other medalists included Ankush Sarkar, Mrittika Sarkar, Barnik Sarkar and Ishani Das. Promising swimmers such as Agnidipto Sarkar, Sayan Kundu and Arushi Bhowmik also put up spirited performances.The achievements were celebrated on Friday afternoon at the ground adjoining the Balurghat Municipality swimming pool. The municipality felicitated the successful swimmers with flower bouquets, mementoes and sweets. Chairman Surajit Saha, Vice-Chairman Munmun Kar and other municipal representatives attended the ceremony.Behind the medals are early-morning practice, committed coaching and steadfast parental support. For Balurghat, the victories offer not only sporting pride but also the promise of a deeper pool of talent for the future.
The civic recognition added another dimension to what has already been a remarkable sporting campaign. The swimmers' performances have not only brought medals but also enhanced Balurghat's reputation as a town capable of nurturing young sporting talent.For the athletes, coaches, parents and supporters, the felicitation served as a public acknowledgement of the discipline and perseverance behind their success — and as encouragement for the next generation to dive into the pool with even greater ambition.
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