Jaipur: Rajasthan’s talented taekwondo athlete Poorva Jodha brought glory to the state by winning a silver medal at the 70th National School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Championship 2026. Representing Rajasthan in the Under-17 Girls’ 32-kg weight category, Poorva delivered an outstanding performance, winning four consecutive bouts to reach the final.Poorva began her campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over Panchal Krishna of Gujarat in the Round of 32. She continued her winning streak by defeating Vaishnavi of Maharashtra 2-0 in the Round of 16. In the quarterfinal, she overcame Haryana’s Purvi with another 2-0 victory, securing her place in the semifinal.Maintaining her impressive form, Poorva outclassed Anukriti of Madhya Pradesh 2-0 in the semifinal, earning a place in the championship final.
In the U-17 girls’ 32-kg category, four consecutive victories earn Rajasthan athlete Poorva Jodha a place in the final
The final against Tamil Nadu proved to be a closely contested encounter. Despite a determined fight, Poorva narrowly lost 1-2, securing the silver medal.Representing the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer (RBSE), Poorva showcased exceptional skill, determination and sporting spirit throughout the championship. Her four consecutive victories and journey to the national final reflect her hard work and dedication.Poorva’s achievement has brought pride to Rajasthan’s sporting community and serves as an inspiration for young athletes aspiring to compete at the national level.The 70th National School Games Taekwondo Championship was held in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, from Oct 22 to 26, 2026.
