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Khushbu Rajkabhai Wins Silver in Judo, Dhanidhi Desingh Bags Bronze in Swimming at Youth Olympics
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 11:31 PM
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India's Khushbu Rajkabhai secured a silver medal in the 63kg judo category, while swimmer Dhanidhi Desingh earned bronze in the women's 100m freestyle at the Youth Olympic Games.
India celebrated a double podium finish at the Youth Olympic Games as Khushbu Rajkabhai clinched the silver medal in the 63kg judo division. Competing against a strong field, she displayed technical precision and resilience, securing the second‑place finish for the nation.
In the swimming arena, Dhanidhi Desingh added to the medal tally by taking bronze in the women's 100‑metre freestyle. Her performance marked a significant achievement, reflecting the growing depth of India's youth swimming talent on the global stage.
Both athletes' successes underscore the effectiveness of recent investments in junior sports development programs across the country, and they are expected to inspire a new generation of Indian athletes.
The medals were presented during the closing ceremony, where the Indian contingent received commendations from the event organizers for their outstanding performances.
Looking ahead, Khushbu and Dhanidhi are set to transition to senior-level competitions, with hopes of representing India at upcoming international championships and the Olympic Games.
In the swimming arena, Dhanidhi Desingh added to the medal tally by taking bronze in the women's 100‑metre freestyle. Her performance marked a significant achievement, reflecting the growing depth of India's youth swimming talent on the global stage.
Both athletes' successes underscore the effectiveness of recent investments in junior sports development programs across the country, and they are expected to inspire a new generation of Indian athletes.
The medals were presented during the closing ceremony, where the Indian contingent received commendations from the event organizers for their outstanding performances.
Looking ahead, Khushbu and Dhanidhi are set to transition to senior-level competitions, with hopes of representing India at upcoming international championships and the Olympic Games.