In a remarkable display of talent and dedication, Vadodara's young weightlifters, Ashwini Chhetri and Nivedita Kalambe, have made their city proud with their outstanding performances at the Khelo India Women’s League Gujarat Weightlifting Championship held in Navsari. Ashwini Chhetri, competing in the 87 kg Junior category, clinched the gold medal, while Nivedita Kalambe, a powerlifter making her weightlifting debut in the 49 kg Youth category, secured a well-deserved Silver medal. It's noteworthy that Nivedita's transition from powerlifting to weightlifting resulted in an impressive performance, marking her arrival in the weightlifting arena. Both athletes' achievements were further recognized with certificates of appreciation for their significant contributions to women's sports development and their role in promoting gender equality in sports, as acknowledged by Khelo India. Ashwini and Nivedita share a common aspiration to represent India on the international stage, including th

Author-Dr.Aishwarya Nair