Rising Indian badminton star Parul Choudhary from Rajasthan has taken the country by storm after claiming the No. 1 national ranking in Under-17 girls singles. With a dream season behind her, the 16-year-old is now preparing to enter the Under-19 category and make her mark in junior international tournaments.
🏸 Parul Choudhary: A Trailblazer from Rajasthan
Parul has achieved several firsts for her state:
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First Rajasthan shuttler to become India’s No. 1 in U-17 girls singles
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Winner of two national ranking titles in one season
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First from Rajasthan to win a junior international title
These accomplishments have earned her a spot in the national squad and put her on the radar as one of India’s most promising young athletes.
🌍 Focus Now Shifts to International Circuit
Parul is now turning her focus toward international tournaments in the U-19 category to improve her world rankings. Speaking to TOI, she shared:
“I’m targeting events like the Sri Lanka International, Kotak Junior International, and the Junior Grand Prix. With regular training and hard work, I’m confident of performing well at the global level.”
🏆 Breakthrough Moment: Nepal Junior International Series
Parul made headlines when she won the U-19 girls singles title at the Nepal Junior International Series in December 2024. Remarkably, she was unseeded and defeated several top-ranked players on her way to her first international crown.
This was only her second international appearance, after representing India at the Badminton Asia U-15 and U-17 Junior Championships in China in August 2024.
🎯 Hard Work and Support Behind Her Success
Parul attributes her rise to:
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Consistent training under coach Manish Sharma in Gurgaon
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Backing from her family, sponsors, and OGQ (Olympic Gold Quest)
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Personal commitment to discipline, practice, and self-belief
“Without the support of my coach, OGQ, and my family, this journey wouldn’t be possible. I want to continue achieving for Rajasthan and bring more pride to India,” said Parul.
✅ Key Achievements and Highlights
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India’s No. 1 in U-17 girls singles badminton
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Winner of Nepal Junior International Series (U-19)
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Selected for Badminton Asia Junior Championships
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Two national ranking titles in one season
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Trained by coach Manish Sharma in Gurgaon
🚀 What’s Next for Parul Choudhary?
With her focus shifting to international-level competitions, Parul is determined to climb higher in the global rankings. Her journey from Churu, Rajasthan to the international badminton stage is an inspiring example of talent, hard work, and ambition.
🌟 Parul’s Goal: Make India Proud on the Global Stage
As Parul prepares to take on tougher global competition, her determination to succeed and bring international titles to India makes her one of the brightest young stars in Indian sports today.
