The Abhinav Bindra Foundation announces the Lt. Col. J.S. Dhillon Memorial Grassroots Coaching Award honouring a mentor who shaped champions quietly and built character before medals. This annual award will celebrate grassroots coaches who believe in potential long before the podium.
Today, my heart is heavy. I lost my first coach, my guide, and someone who believed in me long before the world knew my name.
Col. J. S. Dhillon was the person who gave me my earliest lessons, not just in shooting, but in life. He taught me perseverance when things felt difficult, discipline when I wanted to take shortcuts, and the value of hard work when results did not come immediately.
He never promised success. He promised that if I stayed honest to the process and gave my best every single day, the results would follow. That belief stayed with me through every challenge, every setback, and every defining moment of my career.
A part of who I am today exists because of what he taught me in those early years. For that, I will always remain deeply grateful.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. I hope they find some comfort in knowing how many lives he shaped and how deeply he will be missed.
Rest in peace, Sir. Thank you for giving me the foundation that carried me through a lifetime. 🙏
A tripartite MoU was signed between the Education Department, Sports and Youth Affairs Department and the Abhinav Bindra Foundation for the implementation of the Olympic Values Education Program (OVEP) across schools in Meghalaya. Happy to have school students virtually join us for the program.
OVEP uses the power of sports to teach life skills and instill the Olympic values of Excellence, Respect & Friendship in young minds. This initiative will further supplement ongoing efforts to build a thriving sports ecosystem with our youth at the centre.
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HCM Dr. @himantabiswa will dedicate the High Performance Sports Training & Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar, marking a significant step in strengthening the state’s sports infrastructure.
The centre will provide advanced training, rehabilitation and scientific support for athletes across Assam.
HCM Dr. @himantabiswa addressed the media after inaugurating the High Performance Sports Training & Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar, marking a significant step in strengthening the state’s sports infrastructure.
HCM highlighted how this centre will provide advanced training, rehabilitation and scientific support for athletes across Assam.
📽️ Highlights, July 15, '25
Another impactful day for HCM Dr. @himantabiswa.
From inaugurating a state-of-the-art High Performance Sports Training & Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar to gracing the closing ceremony of Bodoland CEM Cup 2025 - it was a day dedicated to youth and sports excellence.
HCM Dr. @himantabiswa emphasised how this High Performance Sports Training & Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar will support and train sportspersons and budding athletes by providing world-class facilities and expert guidance.
HCM Dr. @himantabiswa inaugurated the High Performance Sports Training and Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar, built at a cost of ₹28 crore.
The centre offers advanced training and rehabilitation facilities to support athletes and enhance sports performance across the region. It marks a significant step towards strengthening Assam’s sports ecosystem.
We are taking sports to a new level in BTR.
I am dedicating the High Performance Sports Training and Rehabilitation Centre in Kokrajhar. https://t.co/vYxmQEJ3wf
State-of-the-art High Performance Sports Training and Rehabilitation Facility, now in Kokrajhar.
Along with Shri @PramodBoroBTR I dedicated the centre to athletes of the region who will now have access to data backed & scientifically curated training facilities.
@Abhinav_Bindra
Thinking of our brave personnel in uniform as they carry out operations to keep our nation safe.
Grateful for your courage, sacrifice, and service. Praying for your safety always.
Jai Hind.
Excellent meeting of French Ambassador for Sport @DucroquetSamuel with India's first individual Olympic gold medalist, @Abhinav_Bindra.
Awarded the Olympic Order for his outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement in 2024, he was also a 🇫🇷🇮🇳 Young Leader of 2024-25 cohort.
Engaged in a thoughtful interaction with Olympic champion Shri @Abhinav_Bindra ji. We deliberated on making our sports ecosystem more athlete-centric and performance-oriented.
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