SportsPosted at: Oct 25 2026 5:11PM


Jharkhand holds first state-level championship in Tamil martial art Silambam

Ranchi, Oct 25 (UNI) Jharkhand's first state-level Silambam championship began in Ranchi on Sunday, bringing together around 200 players from different districts to promote the traditional martial art.
The participants competed in junior, youth and senior categories at the event, which provided a platform for players to demonstrate their skills and compete against others from across the state.
Silambam is a traditional weapon-based martial art originating in Tamil Nadu, with an emphasis on staff handling, balance, agility, speed and coordination.
The championship aims to introduce more children and young people in Jharkhand to the discipline and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills through competition.
The participation of players from different districts offers an opportunity to expand the sport's reach in the state. Regular training, access to qualified coaches and participation in higher-level competitions would be important for developing players and improving their performance.
Organisers are seeking to promote Silambam in Jharkhand through state-level competition and wider awareness of the martial art.
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