Asha Rani
Asha Rani is an Indian handball player. She is among the sportspersons from India recorded as having competed in the sport of handball at a representative level.
| Asha Rani | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Handball |
| Discipline | Team handball |
Background
Handball in India is administered by the Handball Federation of India (HFI), which was established in 1972 and is affiliated to the International Handball Federation (IHF) and the Asian Handball Federation (AHF). Indian players typically progress through state associations, inter-university competitions, and the Senior National Handball Championship before being considered for national selection.
Career
Asha Rani is identified in public sports records as an Indian handball player. Detailed match-level statistics, club affiliations, and tournament participation are not consolidated in widely available public sources.
Significance
Women's handball in India has steadily expanded since the 1980s, with national championships and school-level tournaments providing pathways for athletes from across the country, particularly from Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala, which have historically been strong handball-playing regions. Players representing India in the sport contribute to the country's presence at events such as the Asian Women's Handball Championship and the South Asian Games.
Related topics
- Handball Federation of India
- Handball in India
- Asian Handball Federation
- Sport in India
- Women's sport in India
- South Asian Games
References
- Wikidata entry: Q135474680
- Handball Federation of India — official records