Assam Skater Wins Silver at Jakarta International Speed Skating Meet

Overview

• Local outlets in Guwahati confirmed that Navhyam Nihan Borah won silver for India in the 400-metre speed race in a junior (Basic/Under‑11) inline category at the Jakarta championship.
• The competition in Jakarta drew skaters from countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar and host Indonesia, giving the young athletes international exposure.
• The Sentinel reported that Borah also reached the 300m semi-finals and competed in other sprint events while teammate Rudra Sharma took bronze in the same 400m age group.
• Assam skaters faced limited training infrastructure but still won medals and a team relay gold for India, underscoring local talent and gaps in coaching and facilities.
• No national federation statement or follow-up plans have been published yet, so next steps to support Borah’s development and access to better training remain the key things to watch.