Mumbai: Cop-Couple’s Son Skates to National Glory, Wins Gold and Bronze Mumbai | Undercover Editor News Channe Mumbai: In a moment of pride for the Brihanmumbai Police, the 10-year-old son of two serving police personnel has etched his name on the national sporting stage by winning one gold and one bronze medal at the 69th School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National Skating Championship. Om Sainath Shinde, competing in the under-11 category, delivered an impressive performance at the national tournament held at ITM Global School, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The championship brought together the country’s best young skating talents, selected through a rigorous multi-level qualification process spanning district, zonal and state rounds. Only the top three skaters from each district progressed to the city-level selections, followed by zonal trials, with just a handful ultimately earning a spot at the national meet. Om’s journey through this demanding pathway highlighted not just his technical skill, but also his mental strength and discipline. The challenge intensified for the Mumbai-based skater in Gwalior, where temperatures dipped between 8°C and 10°C—a stark contrast to Mumbai’s humid climate. Despite the unfamiliar cold conditions, Om maintained balance, speed and precision, securing podium finishes against seasoned competitors from across India. Om’s mother, Bhagyeshri Sainath Shinde, shared insights into her son’s demanding routine. “His skating practice begins at 3.30 am and continues until 6 am. After that, he attends school from 8 am to 3 pm, followed by swimming or other physical training sessions in the evening,” she said. Both parents serve with the Brihanmumbai Police, working opposite shifts—Bhagyeshri on day duty and Om’s father, Sainath Kashinath Shinde, on night duty. Balancing professional responsibilities, including additional duties linked to ongoing municipal election work, alongside their son’s training schedule has been challenging. “It’s not easy, but we make it work because we believe in his dream,” she said. Crediting Om’s success to his unwavering focus and the guidance of his coach, Raj Singh, Bhagyeshri said the young skater is already aiming higher. “He wants to win an Olympic medal for India. This achievement has only strengthened his determination,” she added. Om Shinde’s success stands as a testament to discipline, family support and perseverance—proving that with dedication and the right guidance, young talent from Mumbai can shine on the national stage. — Undercover Editor News Edited by: Mahesh M. Rathod