Naveen Congratulates Animesh Kujur on Silver Medal at New Taipei City Athletics Championships, Commonwealth Games Qualification

Bhubaneswar: BJD President and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik has congratulated Odisha sprinter Animesh Kujur for winning a silver medal in the men’s 200m event at the New Taipei City Athletics Championships 2026. Praising the athlete’s outstanding achievement, Naveen said the medal-winning performance has also earned Animesh qualification for the Commonwealth Games 2026, marking a significant milestone in his sporting career. In a social media post, Naveen Patnaik extended his best wishes to the young sprinter and expressed hope that he would continue to bring laurels to Odisha and the nation. “Congratulate ace athlete Animesh Kujur on clinching Silver Medal in the Men’s 200m event at the New Taipei City Athletics Championships 2026 and qualifying for the Commonwealth Games 2026. May his shine brighter and bring glory for the country. Best wishes”, Naveen wrote. Animesh’s achievement has been widely celebrated in Odisha’s sporting circles, with many hailing his qualification for the Commonwealth Games as a proud moment for the state.