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The academy charges an affordable monthly fee of Rs 500 and will train students in three age groups: 8–12, 13–18, and 18 and above.
Lovlina Borgohain hopes the academy will churn out quality boxers. (Image Credit: IG/lovlina_borgohain)
Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain has launched her boxing academy in Barchandra, north Guwahati. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a grant of Rs 2 crore for its development.
The Lovlina Borgohain Boxing Academy, set up on land purchased by Borgohain in 2021, was inaugurated on Wednesday. It aims to provide grassroots boxers with professional infrastructure, including a 26×26 boxing ring and a fully equipped gym.
This is Guwahati’s first academy of its kind, catering to youth from across Assam and the northeast.
“This academy is a vital step towards identifying and developing the next generation of champions from Assam,” said Sarma. He also agreed to assist Lovlina in acquiring land and covering costs for building hostels for athletes.
The minister has also promised support for expenses related to coaching staff and the academy’s expansion.
Lovlina mentioned she started working on the project after the 2024 Olympics, using her personal funds to create a basic but functional training center.
“My dream is to produce quality boxers who can compete at national as well as international levels by 2028,” said Lovlina.
The academy charges an affordable monthly fee of Rs 500 and will train students in three age groups: 8–12, 13–18, and 18 and above.
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Guwahati [Gauhati], India, India
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