Indian wrestling’s shining star and Arjuna Award winner Divya Kakran has once again proved her talent. Divya, a resident of Muzaffarnagar, has won the gold medal by performing brilliantly in the prestigious Women’s Mangala Rai Gold Cup held in Banaras. With this victory, she has also won the title of Bharat Kesari for the 18th time. It is worth noting that Divya has been working as Naib Tehsildar in Noida Authority for the last eight months. In

held on 14, 15 and 16 October, Divya defeated strong opponent Kajal of Haryana in a tough match. In the final match, Divya defeated Kajal by displaying her experience and skill and won the gold medal. This victory holds special significance for Divya, as with this she has won the title of Bharat Kesari for the 18th time. This achievement is a testimony to her extraordinary talent and constant hard work. The title of Bharat Kesari is considered one of the most prestigious honors in Indian wrestling.
Divya Kakran said, “This victory is very special for me. It is a matter of pride for me to become Bharat Kesari for the 18th time. I want to thank my coach, family and all the supporters who always encouraged me. This is not just my victory, but the victory of the entire state wrestling world. I will continue to work hard in the same way in future and try to bring glory to the state.”

Divya Kakran, a resident of Purbaliyan village of Muzaffarnagar, is an Indian freestyle wrestling player. She is also the first woman in the country to win a gold medal in the 68 kg weight category of the Asian Wrestling Championship 2020. Divya Kakran also won a gold medal in the 2017 Commonwealth Wrestling Championship. After this, in 2018, this wrestler won bronze medals in the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. Divya Kakran was awarded the country’s prestigious Arjuna Award in 2020 for her excellent performance.