Nitu Ghanghas: Defeat Fueled Olympic Dream, Mary Kom's Spirit in 51kg Ring

• Nitu Ghanghas, 2022 CWG gold medalist and 2023 World Champion (48 kg), transformed a national championship defeat into a career turning point.
• Her loss to Meenakshi Hooda prompted a move to the challenging 51 kg category, aiming for a Los Angeles Olympics medal.
• Known for excellent punches and speed, Nitu is often compared to her idol, legendary boxer MC Mary Kom.
• She views the defeat as crucial, preventing complacency and driving her to change weight categories for Olympic aspirations.
• Hailing from Dhanana village, Bhiwani district, Haryana, Nitu started boxing training at the age of 12.

Why It Matters: Nitu Ghanghas transformed a national championship defeat into a catalyst for her Olympic dream.