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Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu Hails Seema's Gold & National Record at World 25K Kolkata

Wow, what an incredible performance by Seema at the World 25K in Kolkata! She not only won gold but smashed an eight-year-old national record with a commanding lead. Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister congratulated her, saying she's brought great pride to the state. Her dominant run and future goals are truly inspiring for athletes everywhere.

Key Points: Himachal Athlete Seema Wins Gold, Sets National Record at Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata

  • Himachal CM Sukhu congratulates athlete Seema for national gold
  • Seema sets new national record in 25K, breaking 8-year-old mark
  • Athlete from Chamba dominates race with massive winning margin
  • Seema targets qualification for Asian & Commonwealth Games next year
  • Victory hailed as inspiration for aspiring athletes across India
  • Performance underscores athlete's preparation and technical superiority
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Himachal Pradesh CM congratulates Seema for historic Gold at World 25K Kolkata

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu congratulates Seema for gold medal and new national record at Tata Steel World Kolkata 25K 2025, inspiring athletes nationwide.

"The course route has been changed, and it has now become a more challenging course. But I had come here with the mindset of winning. I am very happy to have been able to set the course record here, but had the course been like it was previously, I think I could have done better. To win needs a lot of discipline and sacrifice, and as an athlete, I have been doing it. Now my target is to qualify for the Asian and Commonwealth Games next year. - Seema / Athlete"

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), December 22

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu congratulated Seema for winning the gold medal at the Tata Steel World Kolkata 25K 2025 marathon competition held in Kolkata.

Seema, a resident of Reta village in Chamba district, also set a new national record in the 25,000-meter race. The Chief Minister stated that athlete Seema has brought laurels to the state at the national level. He added that her remarkable achievement serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes across the country.

Seema delivered a commanding performance in the Indian elite women's category, showcasing controlled aggression throughout the race. The reigning Asian Cross-country Champion and World University Games silver medallist from last summer clocked an impressive 1:26:04, eclipsing the long-standing Indian course record of 1:26:53 set by Suriya L in 2017.

Her dominance was underlined by the winning margin, with Sanjivani Jhadav finishing a distant second in 1:30:34, over four minutes behind, while Nirmaben Thakor took third in 1:32:02. Seema looked composed at the finish, appearing to have plenty left in reserve--a clear reflection of her preparation and technical edge.

From the outset, she raced at a level above the rest. By the 10 km mark, she had already built a one-minute lead over Sanjivani. That advantage grew steadily: a minute and a half by 15 km, more than two minutes by 20 km, and three minutes by the halfway point of 21.1 km. From there on, Seema ran unchallenged, striding confidently to the finish and wiping out an eight-year-old course record with ease.

Talking about the race, Seema said, "The course route has been changed, and it has now become a more challenging course. But I had come here with the mindset of winning. I am very happy to have been able to set the course record here, but had the course been like it was previously, I think I could have done better. To win needs a lot of discipline and sacrifice, and as an athlete, I have been doing it. Now my target is to qualify for the Asian and Commonwealth Games next year."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Winning by over 4 minutes is absolute dominance! Shows the gap between a world-class athlete and the rest. Hope this performance gets her the funding and support she needs. Our athletes often struggle with resources after the initial hype dies down.
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David E
As someone who follows international athletics, this is a seriously impressive time. To break a long-standing record on a *more challenging* course speaks volumes about her current form. India has a real medal prospect here for major games if she stays healthy.
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Sneha F
So proud! From Reta village to world stage. This is why we need to invest in grassroots sports infrastructure across all states, not just metros. Imagine how many more Seemas are out there without proper tracks or coaches.
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Aman W
Respectfully, while the CM's congratulations are nice, what concrete steps is the state government taking to support her journey to Commonwealth Games? Announcements are easy. She needs a dedicated sports science team, nutritionist, and international exposure trips now.
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Kavya N
"Controlled aggression" – what a perfect way to describe a champion's mindset. 🥇 Her interview shows she's already thinking ahead. More power to you, Seema! You're making every Indian proud today.

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