Madhya Pradesh girl Priyanka wins wushu gold

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Priyanka Kewat from Madhya Pradesh has clinched a gold medal in U-18 48kg category at the International Wushu Tournament in Batumi, Georgia.

Priyanka belongs to an economically-disadvantaged family of Madhila village of Sidhi district and her father works as a cashier at a local nursing home.

"It was my first international competition, and I felt very proud to see my country's flag flying high. I am grateful to my coaches, parents and the M3M Foundation for providing me with all the support and guidance I need to live this golden moment," Priyanka said.

"The gold medal will motivate me to work harder. Now I'm focusing completely on competing in the forthcoming championship," she added.

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