Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 08:11am on 18 Jul 2025,Friday Sports
Bhavani Reddy from Kondakaram, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, stunned the world by clinching three gold medals at the 2025 Asian Youth & Junior Weightlifting Championships. Despite growing up in poverty, with her father working as a daily-wage mason, Bhavani’s grit and discipline led her to international glory. Trained by coach Gadipalli Anand, she lifted a total of 159 kg in the 48 kg category. Her journey from a remote village to the global stage is a testament to perseverance. Her father’s unwavering support and Anand’s mentorship were pivotal. Bhavani’s triumph has sparked national pride and inspired countless youth across India. (PC: X)
