Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh Shines at 6th UMAI National Muaythai Championship
- 19 Jun 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Chhattisgarh excelled at the 6th United Muaythai Association India (UMAI) National Muaythai Championship, winning 35 medals.
Key Points
- About Muaythai: It is a traditional Thai (Thailand) combat sport known as the "art of eight limbs" for its use of fists, elbows, knees, and shins. It combines striking and clinching techniques with strong physical and mental discipline.
- Muay Thai has been an integral part of Thai culture and history for centuries, serving as the primary self-defence technique of Thai warriors and soldiers in numerous historical conflicts.
- 6th UMAI National Muaythai Championship: The 6th UMAI National Muaythai Championship took place in Rohtak, Haryana. The Haryana Sports Muaythai Association (HSMA) organised the event under the aegis of the United Muaythai Association India (UMAI).
- The United Muaythai Association India (UMAI), headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan serves as the official governing body for both professional and amateur Muaythai in India and internationally.
