It is also a spiritual transmission. Zheng Linjian, the torchbearer of the Chinese Taiping Torch, said that the torch relay is not just a run
Holding the torch steadily in one hand and punching with his companions in the other, Zheng Linjian, the Asian Games torchbearer from Taibao, China, opened the long-awaited torch relay moment with a sunny and confident smile.
At 9:00 am on September 14th, the city of Taizhou was bustling with activity. The torch relay of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou has arrived here, starting from Hehe Park. 170 torchbearers from all walks of life relay, crossing the past and future, passing on glory and dreams.
Zheng Linjian is the 31st of them. Wearing the uniform of a torchbearer, he stood tall and spirited, and the moment he took over, he became the center of attention for everyone. With a short distance of 50 meters for the torch relay, every step taken by Zheng Linjian is incredibly firm and confident.
The leaping flames surged with vibrant power, and the citizens were filled with passion, either recording with their phones, encouraging with their hands, or cheering loudly, their eyes filled with excitement and pride. "In front of me was a police car driving on the road, with runners on both sides and a convoy of support vehicles behind. My eyes were filled with enthusiastic faces and my ears were filled with cheers and cheers. At that moment, I could clearly feel my rapid heartbeat." This scene was deeply imprinted in Zheng Linjian's mind, and he said he would never forget it.
Zheng Linjian has been a sports enthusiast since childhood and received specialized training in his hometown, especially in love with table tennis and swimming. This lucky election as a torchbearer has fulfilled his sports dream in another way. "The torch represents the Olympic spirit, as well as friendship and unity. For me, passing the torch is a heavy and glorious responsibility." Since being selected, he has been eagerly looking forward to welcoming exciting moments with over a hundred athletes.
Torchbearers are strangers from all walks of life, and this special mission brings everyone together. "The number has become a temporary name, and our partners have taken every detail of the torch relay with a serious and responsible attitude." Zheng Linjian vividly remembers that on the night before the official start of the training, in order to have the best performance on the day, everyone was eager to discuss with the previous and next batons and design handover gestures and other details.
The torch relay is not only a run, but also a spiritual transmission. "Everyone is a beam of light, shining brightly for the construction of the city in their respective positions, and the combined power can shine on the wilderness." Zheng Linjian is not only the Deputy General Manager of Zhejiang Xianju Branch of China Taiping Property and Casualty Insurance, but also a resident cadre of paired assistance. When he was initially selected to Linkeng Village, Danzhu Township, Xianju County, he felt uneasy due to his unfamiliarity with local affairs. In order to integrate into the local area as soon as possible, I have invested a lot of time in in-depth research and always devoted myself to the cause of rural revitalization with high enthusiasm.
For the past three years, Zheng Linjian has worked with local village cadres, based on local realities, utilizing various resources, and using new thinking to promote the integrated development of agriculture and tourism. For example, utilizing idle land in the village to develop yellow gardenia cultivation and processing industries; Assist in the construction of bee workshops, distribute production materials to households facing difficulties and low-income families through party building joint construction, cultivate beekeeping skills, improve income levels, and promote common prosperity in rural areas. With long-term outstanding performance, he was awarded honors such as "Outstanding Village Cadre of Zhejiang Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs" and "Outstanding Village Cadre of China Taiping Protection" in 2022.
As the opening of the Asian Games approaches, Zheng Linjian now has a new identity as a member of the Asian Games Service Guarantee Work Team. At this time, he is stationed in the countryside, responsible for daily affairs management such as road water conservancy and information dissemination, providing rear support for the smooth hosting of the Asian Games. "Taizhou has forged the spirit of 'hard work and entrepreneurship, striving for strength, selfless dedication, and pioneering innovation' in the vicissitudes of life. The core values of China Taipao are 'integrity, stability, pursuit of excellence, and innovation for win-win'. Inspired by this spirit, I will continue to create value for society with a proactive attitude.".