Nazira: Olympic medallist and Asian Games gold winner Lovlina Borgohain has expressed her determination to support aspiring sportspersons in Assam, following a grand felicitation programme held in Nazira on Sunday. The boxer thanked local residents for their overwhelming affection and acknowledged an assurance from Nazira MLA Mayur Borgohain regarding land for the Lovlina Boxing Academy.
Sharing her experience through an official Facebook post, Lovlina said she was deeply moved by the warm reception and blessings she received from the people of Nazira. She expressed her gratitude to everyone who participated in the programme and said their continued encouragement motivated her to contribute towards the development of young athletes.
Lovlina extended special thanks to MLA Mayur Borgohain for his assurance of land for the boxing academy. She expressed confidence that the initiative could provide children and youngsters in Nazira with greater opportunities to pursue sports and develop their skills.
The felicitation ceremony was organised under the supervision of MLA Mayur Borgohain in collaboration with the Nazira and Simaluguri municipalities. More than 100 organisations and institutions reportedly participated in honouring the boxer, presenting traditional Assamese gamosas, bouquets and other tokens of appreciation.
Lovlina recently brought glory to Assam and India by securing the gold medal in the women’s 75kg boxing event at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. The Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist has also expressed her ambition to secure an Olympic gold medal in the future.
Following the felicitation, Lovlina visited the proposed Upper Nazira Sports Complex site, which forms part of a larger sports development initiative planned in the area. Her latest remarks highlight her interest in encouraging the next generation of athletes while continuing her own international boxing career.
