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Power and Pride: CONCOR Employee Clinches Gold at Prestigious 2025 Powerlifting Championship in Japan- Know Details

CONCOR's Sweety Sharma wins gold at the 2025 Asian African Pacific Bench Press Championship in Japan, bringing pride to India and the PSU community.
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New Delhi – In a proud moment for India and the PSU sector, Ms. Sweety Sharma, an employee of Container Corporation of India Ltd. (CONCOR), clinched the gold medal at the 2025 Asian African Pacific Equipped Powerlifting Bench Press Championship, held recently in Japan.

Her victory marks a significant achievement not only for Indian powerlifting but also underscores the presence of athletic excellence within India’s public sector enterprises.

Shining on the International Stage

Ms. Sharma’s exceptional performance in the championship was the result of years of rigorous training, discipline, and perseverance. Competing against elite powerlifters from across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific regions, she demonstrated outstanding strength and technique, ultimately securing the top podium position in her category.

Her win adds to India’s growing presence in global powerlifting and reinforces the emergence of female athletes from non-traditional backgrounds.

Read Also: CONCOR Strengthens Ties with Shipping Lines Through Strategic Dialogue with NISAA

Pride of CONCOR and the Nation

Following her win, Sanjay Swarup, Chairman and Managing Director of CONCOR, congratulated and felicitated Ms. Sharma for her remarkable feat. He hailed her as a role model for fellow employees and young sports aspirants across the country.

Ms. Sharma’s dedication and determination are truly inspiring. She has brought immense pride to CONCOR and the entire nation,” said Swarup.

Promoting Sports in PSUs

CONCOR, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, has long supported employee wellness and sports engagement through internal competitions, fitness programs, and support for national-level athletes within the organization.

Ms. Sharma’s success is expected to encourage further participation in sports across PSUs and inspire organizations to nurture hidden talent among their workforce.

Read Also: Niraj Kumar Appointed Group General Manager (P&S) at CONCOR; Brings 22 Years of Railway Experience

About the Championship

The Asian African Pacific Equipped Powerlifting Bench Press Championship is a prestigious event organized under the banner of the Asian Powerlifting Federation (APF). It brings together top athletes from across continents to compete in strength-based disciplines under strict international standards.

India has been making steady progress in international powerlifting, and victories like Ms. Sharma’s reflect the country’s growing strength in the sport.

About CONCOR

Container Corporation of India Ltd. (CONCOR) is a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, specializing in multimodal logistics support for India’s EXIM and domestic trade. It operates a network of inland container depots and terminals across the country, facilitating containerized freight movement through rail and road.


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