A new chapter has begun in the sporting history of Bangladesh as Kazi Rajib Uddin Ahmed Chapol has been elected President of World Archery Asia. The organisation’s annual congress and election took place in Dhaka on Saturday, where he secured a resounding victory to claim this prestigious post. This marks the first time that a Bangladeshi has been elected to the top leadership position of World Archery Asia.
In a decisive result, Kazi Rajib Uddin defeated South Korea’s Thomas Han by 29 votes to 9. His triumph is being hailed not only as a proud moment for Bangladesh but also as a significant milestone for South Asian archery as a whole.
| Position | Candidate | Country | Votes Received | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | Kazi Rajib Uddin Ahmed | Bangladesh | 29 | Elected |
| President | Thomas Han | South Korea | 9 | Defeated |
Before assuming this new role, Kazi Rajib Uddin served as Vice President of the previous committee and has been an active contributor to Asian archery for decades. Nearly twenty years ago, he played a pioneering role in introducing organised archery to Bangladesh. Under his vision and leadership, the sport has flourished nationally and gained international recognition through a series of impressive achievements.
Notably, thanks to his initiative, Dhaka is hosting the Asian Archery Championship for the third time. The 24th edition of the championship was inaugurated today at the National Stadium, where Kazi Rajib Uddin is also serving as Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, overseeing the entire tournament.
Experts and sports analysts have described his election as a landmark event for Bangladesh’s sporting landscape. They believe that his leadership will strengthen Bangladesh’s presence in the Asian archery community and open new opportunities for collaboration, talent development, and international success in the years to come.