Official Website of District Pancak Silat Sports Association Kendujhar
Pencak Silat, as a recognized martial art and sport, offers various opportunities for practitioners to secure government jobs and scholarships. These opportunities are often aimed at promoting the sport, encouraging talent, and preserving cultural heritage. Recognized Government Job (All India Police Job, Post office Job, Income Tax Department, Defence etc. Direct Recruitment.
• Anjali Sahoo's Achievement
Name: Anjali Sahoo
Achievement: Winner in Pencak Silat
Job: Secured a job in the Odisha Police Force
Anjali Sahoo's success in Pencak Silat and subsequent appointment to the police force underscores the Odisha government's support for athletes. This not only rewards their efforts but also inspires other athletes to pursue excellence in their respective sports.
• Mangraj Tamang Achievement
Name: Mangraj Tamang
Achievement: Winner in Pencak Silat
Job: Secured a job in the Odisha Police Force
Mangraj Tamang's victory in Pencak Silat and subsequent appointment to the Odisha Police Force highlight the state's commitment to recognizing and rewarding sports talent.
Such achievements are significant as they:
Government Jobs: -
1. Sports Authority and Ministries:
o Coaching and Training Roles: Government sports authorities and ministries (such as the Ministry of Youth and Sports in Indonesia) often hire Pencak Silat coaches and trainers to work at national training centers, sports academies, and schools.
o Sports Development Officers: Roles that involve the development and promotion of Pencak Silat programs at the grassroots level.
2. Police and Military:
o Self-defence Training: The police and military may employ Pencak Silat practitioners to provide self-defence and close-combat training to personnel.
o Special Units: Some specialized units within the police and military might have roles specifically for martial arts experts.
3. Cultural Departments:
o Cultural Promotion and Preservation: Government cultural departments may hire individuals to promote Pencak Silat as part of cultural heritage programs, including organizing cultural events and performances.
o Cultural Ambassadors: Representing Pencak Silat in international cultural exchange programs.
4. Education Sector:
o Physical Education Teachers: Schools and universities may hire Pencak Silat practitioners as physical education teachers or coaches.
o Martial Arts Instructors: Specialized roles in educational institutions focused on teaching martial arts.
Recent Scholarship Opportunities:
1. Odisha State Scholarship Portal:
o National and State-Level Scholarships: Pencak Silat athletes who excel in competitions may be eligible for various scholarships provided by the state government to support their education.
2. Sports Scholarships:
o Annual Sports Scholarships: The Odisha government offers annual scholarships to outstanding athletes in various sports, including Pencak Silat. The amount and eligibility criteria are detailed on the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
3. University Scholarships:
o Sports Quota Admissions: Universities in Odisha may offer admission under sports quota for Pencak Silat athletes with scholarships covering tuition and other expenses.
4. National Scholarships:
o Khelo India Scholarship: Athletes who have participated and won medals in national-level competitions may be eligible for the Khelo India scholarship, which provides financial support for education and training.
5. International Scholarships:
o Olympic Solidarity Scholarships: Provided by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to support athletes in their preparation for the Olympic Games, including those practicing martial arts like Pencak Silat.
o ASEAN Scholarships: Scholarships provided by ASEAN member countries to promote cultural and educational exchange, including programs focused on traditional sports like Pencak Silat.
Example of a Recent Scholarship:
• 37th National Scholarship Scheme: This scheme provides financial assistance to meritorious students, including athletes. Specific details about the scholarship amount and eligibility for Pencak Silat players can be found on the official scholarship portal.
i) Scholarship by any Government School & College & Monetary Rewards from State Government & Central Government etc.
ii) Asian Olympic Game, University Game. Sports Odisha Olympic, National Game and Khelo India.
• 1st place in National Game 5 Lakhs
• 2nd Place in National Game 3 lakhs
• 3rd Place in National Game 1.5 Lakhs
• 1st Place in Asian Game 15 Lakh
• 2nd Place in Asian Game 10 Lakh
• 3rd Place in Asian Game 5 Lakh
Now I want to thank you all for being with us from the beginning till today and supporting us financially and mentally. You all know that if our Odisha players can give better performance than the future of these players will be very bright and they will become self-reliant. our players are now almost students and belongs to poor family. At your convenience they are practicing now their game in kallyan mandap, many poor Adivasi children and orphan child many Schools Student player in our class but those players have a lot of difficulty in practicing. That even after facing many difficulties our 30 to 40 players’ regular keep hard practicing and our players participate in Martial Arts competition and qualify with high position and medal. Some Problems our Players have been facing since the beginning which is our main problem like we have not such as any kind of equipment it has the most necessary equipment for martial arts practice is one (Ground Tatami and another is Chest Guard and Shin guard) because of which every time our players martial arts practices on empty land which is very risky and dangerous. We want to inform you with great sadness many time our player gets hurt because of this. Many times, we have not got any support even after requesting to the others company and some social workers what we hope you will definitely get arrange for our players.
Our Player is practicing in the open floor at Kalyan Mandap Barbil
Despite so many problems, we all are continuously struggling and will continue to do so and in future we will not stop moving forward, our target is that our players get a good future from sports side. And we know and believe that you will fully support us in this.