Bhubaneswar, October 1: Rohit Patro, a first-year student of the Mathematics Department at Central University of Odisha (CUO), Koraput has been selected to represent India at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships, set to take place in Sun City, South Africa, from October 4-13.
A native of Koraput district, Rohit is currently practicing Powerlifting at the Municipality Gym in Koraput.
He has already made his mark in the sport, having won three gold and one silver medal at the National Powerlifting Competition held in Shri Ganganagar, Rajasthan.
At the upcoming Commonwealth Championships, he will compete in the Sub-Junior, 120+ kg category.
It is noteworthy that the Commonwealth Equipped & Classic Sub-Junior, Junior Powerlifting and Equipped & Classic Sub-Junior, Junior, Senior & Masters Bench Press Championships will be held in Sun City, South Africa, from October 4 to 13, 2024. Two natives of Koraput district, Mr. Baiba Kumar Tandi (Masters Bench Press Championship, Master 3, 74 kg category) and Mr. Rohit Patro (Sub-Junior, 120+ kg category), have been selected to represent India in the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships.
CUO Vice-Chancellor Prof. Chakradhar Tripathi congratulated Rohit on his selection to the Indian team and extended his best wishes.
“Rohit’s selection to represent India in powerlifting at this prestigious event is a proud moment for both our university and our nation,” said Prof. Tripathi.
He said, “This is not just an opportunity for Rohit to showcase his talent but also a chance to bring honour to the state and University on an international stage.”
“We are confident that he will give his best performance at the Commonwealth Championships,” he added.
