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Inspiring Women Through Action: During the launch of ASMITA women’s league social media handles, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, honoured members of the bronze-winning Indian (under-20) women’s rugby team here on Tuesday, with Olympian Manu Bhaker, present at the event, praising the initiative.

Raksha Khadse stated that it was time for ASMITA to establish a unique identity. Since its inception in 2021, ASMITA has achieved significant milestones.

So far, a total of 1,886 ASMITA leagues have been organised in collaboration with National Sports Federations and state authorities. Over 2.14 lakh women have participated in some form of ASMITA league across India. These leagues span 32 sports and are held in more than 500 districts and 600 cities, including remote villages in Arunachal Pradesh, tribal regions, and border areas.