Age is no bar for people who want to win the world. Bhagwani Devi is a true embodiment of this statement. 95 years old, Bhagwani Devi is making history in the world by winning a total of three medals at the World Master Athletics Championship in Finland for India. She won a gold medal for completing the 100-meter sprint in just 24.74 seconds. In addition to this, she also won two bronze medals, one in shot put and the other in discus throw. Till date, Bhagwani Devi has won a total of 15 medals, including national and international ones. At the age of 95, people usually stay in bed or in their rooms, but Bhagwani Devi is out there winning gold medals for India. People also fondly call Bhagwani Devi Dadi Ji.
Her grandson, Vikas Dagar, has an important role to play in her athletic journey. Vikas coaches Bhagwani Devi for all her upcoming events. Due to the higher chances of age-related injuries, she refrains from heavy exercise and gym training. To keep herself fit, the athlete performs warm-up sessions and light exercises.
Bhagwani started her athletic journey by playing shot put. She started shot put with little interest, but eventually her interest ignited, and that was her turning point in life. Be it a child, youth, or old person, Bhagwani Devi is an inspiration for everyone.
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