Pandemic dashes powerlifter’s hope
The Hindu
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The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has indefinitely put on hold the dreams and aspirations of powerlifter Inturi Rekha of Sangareddy district. The 32-year-old mother of three girls, who is struggling to find a decent job to take care of her family, had her hopes pinned on competing in the Powerlifting World Championship in Krygystan this month-end. Had she managed to win a medal, she would have been eligible for a post in the Postal department under sports quota.More Related News

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