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Rajnandgaon’s Basketball Prodigy Mona Goswami Secures Railway Job Through Sports Quota

Rajnandgaon, known as the basketball nursery of Chhattisgarh, has added another proud chapter to its sporting legacy. International basketball player Mona Goswami has been selected for a prestigious position in the Indian Railways under the sports quota, in recognition of her outstanding national and international achievements.

Chhattisgarh Teen Shines on Global Stage: Divya Rangari Leads India to Glory in Asian Women’s Basketball

Chhattisgarh’s 15-year-old basketball prodigy Divya Rangari from Mahasamund has scripted history by captaining India’s U-16 women’s team to its first-ever Asian Championship title in Kuala Lumpur. Leading a nail-biting 72-68 win over hosts Malaysia, Divya’s stellar performance earned her the MVP award. Hailing from a farming family, her rise from local school tournaments to the global stage embodies resilience and grassroots talent. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced a ₹5 lakh reward and job quota for her, as the state celebrates its new sporting icon inspiring young girls across India.