Indian Powerlifter Wins WPC Gold
Arunachal's Akbari Khatoon won gold in the 56kg category at WPC Nationals with a squat of 110kg, bench press of 42.5kg, and deadlift of 117.5kg. Chief Minister Pema Khandu congratulated her achievement, which earned her an international competition opportunity. Another lifter set a personal record with a 253lbs/115kg bench press, marking 11.5kg over the national record.
- The WPC National Powerlifting Championship where Akbari Khatoon won gold was an equipped event, meaning lifters can wear supportive gear like squat suits and bench shirts to lift heavier weights. - Founded in 1986, the World Powerlifting Congress (WPC) is an international powerlifting federation with affiliates in 46 countries, including WPC India. It is known for organizing competitions for lifters of all ages. - The WPC established a drug-tested division, the Amateur World Powerlifting Congress (AWPC), in 1999 to provide a platform for amateur athletes to compete. - Khatoon hails from Tawang, a district in Arunachal Pradesh, and her victory is seen as an inspiration for athletes from remote regions of the country. - Her victory at the national level has earned her the opportunity to represent India in international competitions organized by the World Powerlifting Congress. - The national record for the women's equipped bench press in the 57kg category is 125.0 kg, held by J Ramalakshmi.
