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During the Asian Junior Women Equipped and Classic Powerlifting Championships and the Asian University Powerlifting Cup, which took place in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, from May 5–12, 2025, KL Deemed to be University (KLEF) was pleased to honor the exceptional accomplishments of its students. Three KLEF student-athletes brought great pride to the institution and the country by winning several gold medals in a variety of categories on an international level while showcasing extraordinary strength, tenacity, and discipline.

On May 10, 2025, Shaik Shabeena, a BBA student competing for India in the 84kg division, produced a strong performance in the Asian Junior Women Equipped Powerlifting Championship 2025. She won the Overall Gold Medal after winning four gold medals in the following events: Squat (190 kg), Bench Press (85 kg), Deadlift (180 kg), and the total of 455 kg. She demonstrated her ability and consistency by winning four more gold medals in the +84kg Junior Women’s division at the Junior Asian University Equipped Powerlifting Cup 2025, which took place on May 11, 2025.

In addition to these accomplishments, on May 11, 2025, BCA student Nagam Gnana Divya had a strong performance in the Asia University Classic Powerlifting Championship 2025. She won gold in the squat (172.5 kg), bench press (62.5 kg), and deadlift (150 kg) events while competing in the +84 kg division. Her final weight of 385 kg earned her the Overall Gold Medal.

On May 11, 2025, Shanoon Madira, a BA-IAS student, won the Gold Medal in the 47kg division in the Junior Asian Universities Classic Powerlifting Championship, further elevating KLEF University’s stellar attendance at the competition. Her triumph demonstrated superior power and skill.

“We are proud of our students’ accomplishments on the international stage,” remarked Er. Koneru Lakshman Havish, Hon’ble Vice President of KL Deemed to be University, in reference to these achievements. These triumphs demonstrate KLEF’s steadfast dedication to holistic growth, whereby academic brilliance is skillfully combined with ambition, discipline, and physical prowess. I commend our kids for serving as such a strong role model for young people across.

KL Deemed to be University fosters a culture of excellence and encouragement by giving students the tools, resources, support, and training they need to succeed on international stages. This is done under the direction of Dr. Kakarla Hari Kishore, Director (Sports), and with the committed participation of faculty, management, and staff.

These spectacular victories not only improve KL Deemed to be University’s status on the international sports scene, but they also serve as further evidence of the school’s commitment to developing top talent in all fields. KLEF continues to enable students to push boundaries and become future changemakers by emphasizing academic achievement and holistic development.