Uttarakhand’s Young Runner Aims for Olympic Gold After Hyderabad Silver

Hyderabad’s marathon circuit witnessed a standout performance when Uttarakhand’s own Bagirathi Bisht crossed the finish line in 2:51:00, securing second place. The 24‑year‑old athlete, hailing from the border village of Van, proved that even limited training conditions cannot hinder world‑class talent.

Under the mentorship of Sunil Sharma, an ex‑international marathon competitor, Bagirathi follows a rigorous regimen that has already taken her to Iran’s marathon stage and earned her commendations in several Indian events.

Her immediate goal is the Olympic Games, where she aspires to win gold in the marathon and elevate India’s reputation in long‑distance running. The dream reflects both personal ambition and a desire to inspire fellow mountain‑region athletes.

Bagirathi’s silver medal has ignited pride throughout Uttarakhand, illustrating how perseverance and structured coaching can propel a small‑town runner onto the global arena.