Odisha Preetismita Bhoi Wins Gold and Sets World Record at Asian Youth Games 2025

• Preetismita Bhoi, a 16-year-old weightlifter from Dhenkanal, Odisha, has made India proud by winning gold in the 44 kg category at the 3rd Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain. She set new Asian and World Youth records in the clean and jerk event with a remarkable lift of 92 kg , achieving a total of 158 kg .

Record-Breaking Performance

• Her performance marked a historic moment as she became one of the youngest athletes to hold both Asian and World Youth records. This victory continues her strong run after winning gold in the 40 kg category at the 2024 World Youth Championships in Peru , where she had also set a clean and jerk world record.

Training and Recognition

• Preetismita trains at the Weightlifting High Performance Centre at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar . Her success has drawn national praise, with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan congratulating her for bringing glory to the nation and highlighting Odisha’s growing sports excellence.

Exam-Oriented Facts

• Event: 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, Bahrain

• Category: 44 kg

• Record: 92 kg in clean and jerk (Asian and World Youth Record)

• Training base: Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar

• Previous achievement: Gold at 2024 World Youth Championships, Peru

Significance

Preetismita’s achievement not only cements her status as one of India’s brightest young athletes but also showcases Odisha’s emergence as a powerhouse in sports development and training.