Panchkula, March 24
Renowned master athlete Rakhi Sharma from Panchkula delivered an outstanding performance at the recently held 5th Khelo India Masters National Games 2026 in Chandigarh, winning three medals. She clinched a gold medal in the 400 meters, a silver medal in the 200 meters, and a bronze medal in the 100 meters in the master athletics category, bringing pride to the region. Rakhi trained under Indian Army coach Lokendra Pachera.
On this occasion, Rakhi Sharma said, “This is a moment of pride and happiness for me. I thank my coach Lokendra Pachera & my family members for their support, which helped me achieve this success. My goal is to continue bringing glory to my country and my city. I want to convey to everyone that age is just a number—if you have passion and discipline, any goal can be achieved.”
This prestigious competition was held in Chandigarh , and saw participation from around 3,500 athletes representing 28 states across India. More than 1,000 athletes competed across various age groups and athletic events, showcasing their talent. Rakhi Sharma achieved this feat by competing strongly against experienced athletes from different states.
At 44, Rakhi Sharma is not only a successful athlete but also an entrepreneur. She runs “The Soul Train Gym & Spa” located in Sector 20, Panchkula, which she established on August 15, 2022. In addition, she operates the “Soul Touch” salon in Dhakoli (Zirakpur). Her gym offers modern facilities and focuses on scientific training methods to prepare athletes.
Notably, Rakhi has been actively participating in national and international master athletics competitions for several years and has won numerous medals. She has competed in 9 national events, 1 open international, and 1 Asian-level competition.
