Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Jharkhand Kung Fu Athlete Wins Bronze in China, Seeks Job
Purnima Linda, a Kung Fu athlete from India, won two bronze medals at a competition in China.
She needed money to get there, so her family and community helped her raise funds.
She's been doing Kung Fu for a long time and has won many awards.
While she is proud of her accomplishment, she hopes it can help her find a job.
She says that winning for her country abroad is great, but she still needs a job to support her family.
She is now waiting for results of a job exam she took.
Purnima Linda, an Adivasi athlete, won two bronze medals at the World Kungfu Championships in China.
She crowdfunded Rs 1.5 lakh to compete, as she lacked a steady income.
The competition, held in Emeishan, China, included participants from 54 countries.
Linda has over 25 years of experience in the sport, with previous wins.
She is seeking a government job and hopes her achievement will bring change.
- Who
- Purnima Linda, a Jharkhand Adivasi athlete.
- What
- Won two bronze medals at the World Kungfu Championships.
- When
- October 14-20, held in 2024
- Where
- Emeishan, China
- Why
- To compete and represent India, facing financial challenges but achieving success.
Athlete's Perspective
Societal and Governmental Response
Recognition and Support
Athlete's Perspective
Linda felt there was uneven attention to her achievement compared to past wins, with limited support from the government.
Societal and Governmental Response
There was limited celebration or recognition from the government or wider society, despite her success representing the nation.
- Athlete
- Purnima Linda
- Sport
- Kung Fu (Wushu)
- Medals Won
- Two Bronze Medals
- Championship Location
- Emeishan, China
- Years in Sport
- 25+ years
- Funding Source
- Crowd-funding