Odisha’s Susmita Tigga Wins Gold At World Police & Fire Games 2025
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Tigga clocked 4:37.91 to secure the top podium spot.
Earlier in the Games, Tigga had also earned a silver medal in the 800m event, showcasing her consistency and endurance across middle-distance disciplines.
Chief Minister Mohan Majhi had also congratulated Tigga, calling her achievement a “moment of pride for the state and the nation.”
Birmingham, July 3: Odisha's Susmita Tigga, a constable with Odisha Police and a trainee at the Odisha Reliance Foundation Athletics High Performance Centre, has brought laurels to the state and the nation as she clinched gold in the 1500m women’s event at the prestigious World Police and Fire Games 2025 held in Birmingham.
Tigga clocked 4:37.91 to secure the top podium spot.
Earlier in the Games, Tigga had also earned a silver medal in the 800m event, showcasing her consistency and endurance across middle-distance disciplines.
Chief Minister Mohan Majhi had also congratulated Tigga, calling her achievement a “moment of pride for the state and the nation.”
Odisha Police also celebrated her success as a “Silver Spark turned Golden Glory,” praising her determination and inspiring presence in uniform.
The World Police and Fire Games, held biennially, bring together thousands of first responders from across the globe to compete in Olympic-style events.
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✨Tigga’s double-medal performance underscores the strength of India’s contingent and the growing support for athletic excellence within the police force.
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