Seema Kaliramna Shines with Bronze at Commonwealth Games
Seema Kaliramna faced a nail-biting moment at the Commonwealth Games as she found herself without any throws left after fouling in her first three attempts. As she watched her competitors make their final attempts, her hopes of winning a medal hung in the balance.
The last competitor who could potentially take the bronze from her was Cameroon’s Monie Nora Atim. Atim needed to throw farther than 58.65 meters to claim the medal. However, when she fell short, Seema could finally breathe a sigh of relief and celebrate her hard-earned Commonwealth Games bronze.
This medal was not just a product of one night in Glasgow; it reflected a journey filled with immense challenges, including motherhood and pursuing her PhD.
A Journey of Resilience
Seema’s story is one of resilience and inspiration in Indian athletics. A 27-year-old from Haryana, she is not just an elite athlete; she is also studying Physical Education at Chaudhary Bansi Lal University in Bhiwani. On top of her academic pursuits, she embraced motherhood after the birth of her son, Rudra.
Returning to competitive training just 11 months post-birth, Seema is guided by her husband and coach, Ravinder (also known as Monu Kaliramna), a former national-level discus thrower. Despite facing several challenges, she steadily carved her way back into the sport, marked by hard work and dedication. Her journey culminated in a gold medal at the 2025 National Games, signaling that she was ready to compete at the highest level once more.
The Decisive Moment
Seema’s path to the podium in Glasgow was not without its hurdles. She stumbled right from the start with a foul throw. Her teammate, Nidhi Rani, put in a strong performance, temporarily claiming the bronze medal position.
Then came Seema’s breakthrough. In the second round, she threw the discus 57.32 meters, and on her third attempt, she reached 58.65 meters—enough to secure her a spot on the podium. The tense moments continued as she struggled with fouls on her last three throws, while the competition heated up.
After the tension of waiting for the final competitors to throw, Seema’s bronze was confirmed when Atim couldn’t surpass her mark. Finally, her hard work and perseverance paid off with a Commonwealth Games medal.
A Dream Achieved
Seema wasn’t the only Indian athlete in the discus final; Nidhi Rani had a strong showing but ultimately finished fourth after clearing marks of 53.19m and 57.10m. The gold medal was claimed by Samantha Hall from Jamaica with a throw of 61.66m, while Canada’s Julia Tunks took silver.
For Seema, this bronze medal means so much more than just a place on the podium. It symbolizes her incredible comeback, balancing motherhood, education, and high-level competition. All those early mornings, late nights, and challenging training sessions led her to this moment.
In the end, it wasn’t the fouls that dictated her night; it was that magnificent throw of 58.65 meters that marked her return to international competition. Seema Kaliramna’s journey is a story of strength and determination, inspiring many beyond the Commonwealth Games.
