Hyderabad, Telangana, 12th of April 2026 : Payal (Haryana), trained at the Aditya Mehta Foundation, delivered an exceptional performance at the Bangkok Asian Oceania Open Championship, bringing pride to the nation with an impressive medal haul.
Having been identified and nurtured by the Foundation from the grassroots level, Payal’s journey is a testament to structured training, resilience, and consistent support.
Competing in the highly competitive 67 kg Junior category, which featured participants from 5 countries with 6 competitors, she secured:
2 Gold Medals in the Individual category
2 Silver Medals in Total Lift
Her performance reflects remarkable grit, discipline, and competitive excellence on the international stage.
This achievement marks yet another proud moment for the Aditya Mehta Foundation, reinforcing its commitment to developing athletes from the grassroots to elite levels.
The Foundation extends its sincere gratitude to its valued supporters — Gmmco, Invesco, NTT database solutions, and Alcon — whose continued support plays a crucial role in enabling such success stories.
Payal’s victory stands as an inspiration to young athletes across India and highlights the growing strength of Indian representation in global sporting arenas.
About Aditya Mehta Foundation:
The Aditya Mehta Foundation is dedicated to empowering para-athletes through world-class training, infrastructure, and holistic support, with a vision to build champions who represent India with pride on the global stage.
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