Mumbai, 30 July 2026: Over the past few seasons, Seema Kaliramna has emerged as one of India’s most consistent discus throwers, overcoming personal and professional challenges to establish herself among the country’s leading athletes. After making a successful return to competition following motherhood, winning gold at the 2025 National Games and claiming the national title, the 27-year-old now heads into the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in the best form of her career.
With a personal best of 59.73m, achieved earlier this season, and a string of consistent performances that secured her Commonwealth Games qualification, Seema believes progress in discus is built on patience and repetition rather than chasing one big throw.
Seema Kaliramna’s journey
“Discus is an event where consistency matters just as much as distance. Every training session is about improving a little, trusting the process and making sure you can reproduce your best throws when it matters. I’m happy with the work I’ve put in this season, and Glasgow is another opportunity to test myself against a strong field.”
Balancing her sport with motherhood and pursuing a PhD has made Seema’s journey one of resilience, and she credits the support system around her for helping her compete at the highest level.
“Returning to competition after becoming a mother taught me to be more patient with myself. There were days when balancing training, my PhD and family responsibilities felt overwhelming, but every challenge made me mentally stronger. Having the support of my family and the team at the Inspire Institute of Sport has helped me stay focused on my goal and continue improving as an athlete.”
Ravinder Kaliramna, Seema’s husband and coach, believes her greatest strength has been her consistency throughout the season.
“Seema has never looked for shortcuts. Whether it was returning after motherhood or balancing her PhD alongside training, she has approached everything with discipline and consistency. We’ve focused on improving the small technical aspects every day, and that’s why she’s reached this stage. I believe she’s ready to compete with the best and enjoy the moment in Glasgow.” he said.
Having steadily established herself among India’s leading discus throwers, Seema says her biggest lesson has been to focus on execution instead of outcomes.
“Over the years, I’ve realised that every competition is a learning experience. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, but I also know there’s still room to grow. My focus is on enjoying the competition, executing my throws and continuing to improve with every opportunity I get.”
Already enjoying the strongest season of her career, Seema now has the opportunity to carry that momentum onto one of athletics’ biggest stages as she looks to make her mark at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
PhD Scholar Seema Kaliramna added another medal to India’s tally at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, clinching the bronze medal in the women’s discus throw. The podium finish marked her maiden Commonwealth Games medal and another proud moment for Indian athletics.
The Commonwealth Games bronze is another significant milestone in Kaliramna’s career, reflecting years of dedication and perseverance. Her achievement is the culmination of a journey that has seen her balance elite sport with academics while remaining steadfast in her pursuit of excellence.
Ahead of the Commonwealth Games,Kaliramna reflected on her journey in an IIS video, recalling how her commitment to athletics remained unchanged after marriage. “The next day after marriage, my husband/coach said that I had to go for practice,” she said, a moment that reflected their shared commitment to the sport and her determination to continue pursuing her dreams.
In the same IIS video, Kaliramna also reflected on the patience required to rebuild after injuries. Recalling her return to training, she said, “When I picked up the discus for the first time, it only went 30 metres.”
The support she received from her family played an equally important role in that journey. In the same IIS video, her husband and coach spoke about standing by her athletic career despite societal expectations. “Many people said that after marriage there was no need to play anymore. I said that my wife will continue to play,” he shared.
Seema’s Commonwealth Games bronze is another proud moment for Indian athletics. Her journey from a promising young athlete to standing on the Commonwealth Games podium is an inspiring example of resilience, determination and the importance of a strong support system.
