The first-ever All India Fire Service Sports and Meet 2026, organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, concluded on a grand note at the Sports Village (Khelgaon) in Udaipur. Fire service personnel from across the country showcased not only their courage in the line of duty but also their exceptional sporting talent and competitive spirit.
The Goa State Fire and Emergency Services team delivered an outstanding performance, securing a total of 5 Gold, 6 Silver, and 9 Bronze medals, bringing pride to the state.
Medal Winners from Goa:
Sairaj R. Naik – Gold in 100m; Silver in 200m
Vishnu Gawas – Gold in 50m and 200m; Silver in 100m and 400m
Pradeep Gaonkar – Gold in Badminton Men’s Singles 40+; Bronze in Men’s Singles 30+
Francisco Clemente – Gold in 5000m and 1500m
Videsh Mapsekar – Silver in Table Tennis Men’s Doubles 40+; Bronze in Men’s Singles 40+
Swapnesh A. Kalangutkar (40+) – Silver in Long Jump; Bronze in 400m
Dattaraj Chari (Fire Fighter) – Bronze in Table Tennis Men’s Singles 40+; Silver in Men’s Doubles 40+; Bronze in Men’s Doubles 30+
Satish V. Mhamal – Bronze in Table Tennis Men’s Singles 18+ and Doubles 18+; Bronze in Men’s Singles 30+ and Doubles 30+
The remarkable achievement reflects the discipline, determination, and physical excellence of Goa’s fire service personnel. Their performance at the national level has earned widespread appreciation and serves as an inspiration for fellow firefighters across#sports the
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