Overview
Sarjubala Devi is an Indian amateur boxer from Manipur who competes in the light flyweight category. She has represented India at international level, including at the AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships, and has been part of the Indian women's boxing squad that emerged from Manipur alongside contemporaries such as M. C. Mary Kom.
Key facts
| Name | Sarjubala Devi |
|---|---|
| Sport | Amateur boxing |
| Weight category | Light flyweight (48 kg) |
| Country | India |
| Home state | Manipur |
Background
Sarjubala Devi belongs to Manipur, a state in north-east India that has produced a significant share of India's leading women boxers. The state's boxing ecosystem, supported by local clubs and the Manipur State Boxing Association, has been a primary feeder for the national women's team since women's boxing gained official recognition in India in the early 2000s.
Career
She came up through national-level competitions in the light flyweight division, a category in which she earned selection to the senior Indian team. She competed at the AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships, where she reached the medal rounds in the 48 kg category. She has also taken part in international invitational tournaments and Asian-level events as part of the Indian contingent.
Style and division
Sarjubala Devi competes in one of the lightest weight classes in women's amateur boxing. The 48 kg light flyweight division has historically been one of India's strongest categories, and she has been among the boxers contesting national selection in this weight class.
Significance
Her career reflects the broader rise of women's boxing in India during the 2010s, particularly the prominence of athletes from Manipur in lighter weight categories. Her performances at the World Championships contributed to India's standing in international amateur women's boxing during that period.
Related topics
- Boxing in India
- Boxing Federation of India
- AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships
- M. C. Mary Kom
- Sports in Manipur
- Women's boxing
References
- Boxing Federation of India — official records and team listings.
- International Boxing Association (AIBA/IBA) — Women's World Championships results archives.