Excelsior Sports Correspondent
BARAMULLA, May 18: Punit Balan Group (PBG) signed Valley’s only international cyclist, Bilal Ahmad Dar to support his dream of competing for India in the Olympics.
Punit Balan is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, social worker, sports lover and has been working with the Indian Army since 2018 to promote free education and rebuild lives of children jeopardized by drugs and militancy in the Valley. Balan Group is dedicated to supporting youngsters in achieving their dreams as they remain committed to fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
“Jammu & Kashmir has immense potential and talent and I am committed to promote and support these athletes so that they can fulfill their dreams to represent India and compete professionally and win medals for the country through Punit Balan Group and Indrani Balan Foundation.” said Chairman and Managing Director, Punit Balan Group.
Bilal Ahmad Dar hails from Kawoosa village in Budgam district and was spotted during a talent hunt in Srinagar. He went on to represent the country globally. He demonstrated tremendous skill, dedication and tenacity and won a silver and bronze medals at the Asian Junior Championship, (2019).