VADODARA: Vadodara’s young athlete Mansi Shelar has been honoured with the prestigious Sardar Patel Junior Award for her outstanding achievements in athletics. he award was presented to Mansi at a ceremony held in Gandhinagar during the launch of the Shaktidoot 2.0 scheme. She was recognised as the ‘Outstanding Sportsperson of the Year’ in athletics for 2018-19.
799 Sportspersons Honoured at Gandhinagar Ceremony
The award ceremony in Gandhinagar saw a total of 799 sportspersons being honoured with the Eklavya Award, Sardar Patel Award and Jaydeepsinhji Award. Mansi was among the athletes recognised for their contribution and achievements in sports. Her award reflects her consistent performance in athletics over the past decade.
Mansi Shelar Excels in 100m and 200m Sprint Events
Mansi Shelar competes primarily in the 100-metre and 200-metre sprint events. According to the information provided, she has won a total of 53 medals across national, state and district-level competitions.
Her medal tally includes:
- 4 National-level medals
- 25 State-level medals
- 24 District-level medals
- Total: 53 medals
Her consistent performances have established her as a promising young athlete from Vadodara.
Athlete Also Receives Best Athletics Trophy
Alongside her competitive achievements, Mansi has also been recognised with a Best Athletics Trophy for her performances. Over the years, she has participated in several major sporting competitions and platforms, gaining experience at different levels of competitive athletics.
Participation in Khelo India and Other Major Competitions
Mansi has represented herself in several important sporting events, including:
- Khelo India
- University Nationals
- Khel Mahakumbh
- National-level competitions
- State-level competitions
- District-level competitions
Her participation across these platforms has contributed to her development as a competitive sprinter.
Recognition Highlights Vadodara’s Sporting Talent
Mansi’s achievement brings recognition to Vadodara’s growing pool of sporting talent. Her journey from district-level competitions to national platforms demonstrates the importance of consistent training and participation in competitive athletics.
The Sardar Patel Junior Award further adds to her list of sporting achievements and recognises her performance in the 100m and 200m sprint events.
Conclusion
Vadodara athlete Mansi Shrikant Shelar has received the prestigious Sardar Patel Junior Award after being named Outstanding Sportsperson of the Year in athletics for 2018-19.
With 53 medals across national, state and district-level competitions, along with participation in Khelo India, University Nationals and Khel Mahakumbh, Mansi has built an impressive athletics record. Her latest recognition at the Gandhinagar ceremony is another significant milestone in her sporting journey and a proud moment for Vadodara’s athletics community.
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