Archive · 1 Dec 2025
Odisha's Pratyasa Ray Swims to Glory
Pratyasa Ray was a sickly child who started swimming as therapy.
Her mother took her to the pool when she was three, and Pratyasa loved it.
She got better and better at swimming.
Now, she is one of the best swimmers in India.
She has won many medals, including at the Khelo India University Games.
She even got an award from the Odisha government.
Once, she hurt her shoulder but didn't give up.
She keeps swimming and wants to go to the Asian Games.
Pratyasa Ray began swimming at age three as water therapy for her health issues.
She has won a total of 18 medals at the Khelo India University Games, including 9 gold and 7 silver.
Pratyasa recently won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze at the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025.
She overcame a hairline fracture in her shoulder and continued competing in different events.
Pratyasa aims to participate in the 2026 Asian Games and improve her timing in international competitions.
- Who
- Pratyasa Ray, a 23-year-old swimmer from Odisha
- What
- Pratyasa Ray's journey from water therapy to becoming a top swimmer in India
- When
- Recent achievements at the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025
- Where
- Sawai Man Singh Swimming Complex, Jaipur, and various national and international tournaments
- Why
- Pratyasa's parents discovered water therapy could help her health issues, leading to her love for swimming and subsequent success in the sport
- Name
- Pratyasa Ray
- Age
- 23
- University
- Utkal University
- Medals in KIUG
- 18 (9 gold, 7 silver, 2 bronze)
- Recent Achievement
- 3 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze at Khelo India University Games 2025
- Injury
- Hairline fracture in shoulder
- Awards
- Eklavya Award from Odisha Government
- Goal
- Participate in 2026 Asian Games
