Indian Women Wrestlers Shine at U17 World Championships, Secure Four Gold Medals

Indian Women Wrestlers Shine at U17 World Championships, Secure Four Gold Medals

Indian women wrestlers have made their mark at the ongoing U17 World Wrestling Championships in Jordan, securing four gold medals and contributing to India's impressive medal tally. Mansi Lather (73 kg), Pulkit (65 kg), Neha Sangwan (57 kg), and Aditi Kumari (43 kg) emerged victorious in their respective weight categories, showcasing their exceptional skills and determination.

India's medal count now stands at six, including two bronze medals won by Ronak Dahiya (greco-roman 110 kg) and Sainath Pardhi (greco-roman 51 kg). The championships, held at the Princess Sumaya Bint al-Hasan Arena in Amman, feature competitions in men's freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women's freestyle, with each discipline offering medals in 10 weight categories.

Indian wrestlers are participating in 29 of the 30 medal events, with 10 wrestlers in greco-roman, 10 in men's freestyle, and nine in women's freestyle. Last year, India secured 11 medals, including one gold, seven silver, and three bronze.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini congratulated Mansi Lather on her gold medal victory, highlighting her exceptional performance.

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