In a exceptional show of power and dedication, Delhi Police constable Sonika Yadav, who’s seven months pregnant, lifted a powerful 145 kilograms on the All India Police Weightlifting Cluster 2025-26 held in Andhra Pradesh.
Competing in opposition to high athletes from throughout the nation, Sonika recorded a mixed complete carry of 145 kg — together with 125 kg in squats, 80 kg in bench press, and 145 kg in deadlift — incomes herself a well-deserved medal and widespread admiration.
When Sonika found she was pregnant in Might, many anticipated her to step away from competitors. However as a substitute, she selected to proceed coaching underneath strict medical supervision, decided to remain lively and pursue her ardour for weightlifting, Instances of India reported.
Through the occasion, Sonika stored her being pregnant personal, carrying loose-fitting garments to keep away from consideration. Even when her husband assisted her after the bench press spherical, nobody suspected something uncommon. The gang solely realised the reality after her last deadlift — prompting thunderous applause and emotional cheers from fellow officers and spectators.
Delhi Police posted a video of Sonika’s profitable efficiency. The caption learn, “Defying limits, redefining power. W/Ct. Sonika of @DcpNorthDelhi clinched Bronze medal on the All India Police Weightlifting Cluster 2025-26, Amravati (A.P.), lifting a complete of 350 kg in 84+ kg class — whereas 7 months pregnant! True embodiment of power, braveness & inspiration.”
Talking about her preparation, Sonika revealed that she had researched secure coaching strategies on-line and drew inspiration from Lucy Martins, a global lifter identified for competing whereas pregnant. She even reached out to Lucy on Instagram for steerage and motivation.
A 2014-batch officer, Sonika presently serves within the Group Policing Cell. Beforehand, as a beat officer in Delhi’s Majnu Ka Tila space, she performed an lively position in anti-drug consciousness campaigns.
This isn’t her first recognition — Sonika was felicitated by the Delhi Police Commissioner in 2022, and Union Minister Smriti Irani had earlier praised her dedication on Ladies’s Day.
Reflecting on her achievement, Sonika mentioned her journey is about greater than medals.
“It’s about braveness and consistency,” she mentioned. “Being pregnant isn’t a limitation — it’s a section that proves how robust girls can really be.”
