In a historic achievement for Indian athletics, Chief Petty Officer (PT) Ancy Sojan of the Indian Navy created a new National Record in the Women’s Long Jump with a remarkable leap of 6.88 metres at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar.
The outstanding performance eclipsed the previous national record of 6.83 metres, set by legendary long jumper Anju Bobby George in 2004, ending a record that had stood for 22 years.
Ancy’s record-breaking jump marks a significant milestone in Indian athletics and reflects years of dedication, disciplined training and sporting excellence. Her achievement also underscores the Indian Navy’s continued contribution to nurturing elite sportspersons who excel on the national and international stage.
The Indian Navy congratulated Ancy Sojan on her historic accomplishment, describing it as a proud moment for both the Service and the nation. Her performance has been widely hailed as a landmark achievement that inspires the next generation of Indian athletes.
With her record-setting leap, Ancy Sojan has etched her name into Indian athletics history while reinforcing the Indian Navy’s legacy of producing world-class sportspersons committed to excellence both in uniform and on the sporting field.
