Emerging talent from Punjab gets financial backing to pursue boxing dreams under the leadership of Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta.
Punjab, Chandigarh:
In a significant step towards nurturing grassroots sporting talent, Trident Group, under the visionary leadership of its Chairman Emeritus Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, has extended financial and institutional support to young national boxing medalist Pooja Rani.
Pooja, a resident of Barnala, Punjab, competes in the Under-19 category and is fast emerging as one of India’s promising boxing talents. Coming from an economically underprivileged background, she began her training without proper facilities. With sheer determination, she turned adversity into opportunity—using a sack tied to a tree near her home as a makeshift punching bag. Her dedication and hard work soon bore fruit, earning her recognition at both the state and national levels.
Over the years, Pooja has achieved remarkable milestones in her boxing career. She won the Gold Medal at the 2023 National Championship in Ranchi, followed by a Silver Medal at the 2025 National Championship in Chhattisgarh. At the state level, she has consistently performed well, securing two silver medals in the Punjab State Games (Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan) and a gold medal in the Federation State Championship.
Despite her success, financial struggles posed challenges to her international ambitions. Recognizing her potential, Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta has provided ₹1,00,000 as financial assistance and pledged continued sponsorship to help her pursue higher achievements in the sport.
Speaking on the initiative, a Trident Group spokesperson highlighted the organization’s commitment to empowering youth and promoting sports at the grassroots level. “Supporting athletes like Pooja Rani is not just about financial aid, but about building confidence and giving them a platform to shine at national and international arenas,” the statement said.
Pooja’s story is one of resilience and determination. With Trident Group’s support, she now looks forward to advancing her career and representing India at the global stage.
