Dehradun, Aug. 19 -- Ahead of the first Asian Trophy of Ice Skating Championship being hosted in India, various stakeholders are arriving in Doon, where the event is slated to take place from 20 to 23 August.

President of the Asian Skating Union, Chang Myong-Hi, visited the event venue [Himadri Ice Rink Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar, (MPSC)], and said, "I am really happy with the conditions, this is history in the making."

Nine technical officials approved by the International Skating Union, from five different countries, have made it to India for the fair conduct of races and to ensure safe play for the skaters. Xuxun, the tournament director, confirmed the great conditions of ice and appreciated the efforts being put in by the staff.

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