In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Odisha’s women weightlifters showcased their prowess at the ASMITA Khelo India Women’s Inter-Zonal National Ranking meet held in Himachal Pradesh, clinching a total of 9 medals to secure the team championship title in the senior category. Adding to the glory, Mina Santa from Odisha was honored as the best lifter in the youth category, adding a cherry on top of the team’s outstanding performance.
The Odisha contingent, comprising 10 talented athletes, left an indelible mark at the competition by securing an impressive haul of 4 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze medals. The distribution of medals for Odisha included a silver and 2 bronze in the junior category, 3 gold and 1 silver in the senior category, and 1 gold and 1 silver in the youth category.
Odisha’s success at the tournament is attributed to the rigorous training regimen and unwavering dedication of the athletes, coupled with the guidance and support provided by their coach, Ravi Kumar. Despite facing unforeseen challenges that prevented four weightlifters from participating in the event, the team exhibited resilience and determination to achieve remarkable results.
Expressing his pride in the team’s achievement, Coach Ravi Kumar commended the athletes for their exceptional performance and acknowledged the steadfast support of the Department of Sports and Youth Services, which played a crucial role in facilitating the team’s success.
Mina Santa, who secured gold in the 55kg youth category, attributed her success to months of rigorous training at the Odisha Tenvic Weightlifting High-Performance Centre. Her stellar performance is a testament to the talent and dedication of Odisha’s women weightlifters, further solidifying the state’s reputation as a powerhouse in the sport.
In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Odisha’s women weightlifters showcased their prowess at the ASMITA Khelo India Women’s Inter-Zonal National Ranking meet held in Himachal Pradesh, clinching a total of 9 medals to secure the team championship title in the senior category. Adding to the glory, Mina Santa from Odisha was honored as the best lifter in the youth category, adding a cherry on top of the team’s outstanding performance.
The Odisha contingent, comprising 10 talented athletes, left an indelible mark at the competition by securing an impressive haul of 4 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze medals. The distribution of medals for Odisha included a silver and 2 bronze in the junior category, 3 gold and 1 silver in the senior category, and 1 gold and 1 silver in the youth category.
Odisha’s success at the tournament is attributed to the rigorous training regimen and unwavering dedication of the athletes, coupled with the guidance and support provided by their coach, Ravi Kumar. Despite facing unforeseen challenges that prevented four weightlifters from participating in the event, the team exhibited resilience and determination to achieve remarkable results.
Expressing his pride in the team’s achievement, Coach Ravi Kumar commended the athletes for their exceptional performance and acknowledged the steadfast support of the Department of Sports and Youth Services, which played a crucial role in facilitating the team’s success.
Mina Santa, who secured gold in the 55kg youth category, attributed her success to months of rigorous training at the Odisha Tenvic Weightlifting High-Performance Centre. Her stellar performance is a testament to the talent and dedication of Odisha’s women weightlifters, further solidifying the state’s reputation as a powerhouse in the sport.
