Kushti Association is an organisation dedicated to promoting and preserving traditional Kushti wrestling and to building a stronger wrestling community across India.

Our mission

We work to preserve the heritage and culture of Kushti wrestling while supporting the athletes who carry that tradition forward — from akhara training grounds to the dangal ground.

What we do

  • Training programs for aspiring wrestlers and coaches, grounded in traditional pehlwani method and modern conditioning.
  • Community engagement that connects wrestlers, gurus, akharas and enthusiasts across cities and states.
  • Cultural events, tournaments and exhibitions, including dangals that keep the sport visible and competitive.
  • Educational workshops covering the history, technique and rules of kushti wrestling.
  • Health and fitness initiatives connected to wrestling, supporting the wellbeing of wrestlers on and off the mitti.
राजेश कुमार सिंह
राजेश कुमार सिंहकुश्ती एसोसिएशन, सचिव