11th september 2025,india;In a historic milestone for Indian martial arts, Sidhvi Pandit from Jaipur has become the youngest Indian to achieve an internationally certified Taekwondo Black Belt (DAN/POOM) from Korea, the birthplace of the discipline. The certification not only places her among the youngest achievers globally but also marks a moment of pride for India’s martial arts community.
At such a young age, Sidhvi has already proven her talent on both national and state platforms winning a Silver medal at the National Taekwondo Championships and a Gold medal at the State Championships, both under the official federation associated with the Indian Olympic Association.
This international DAN/POOM recognition further strengthens her profile as one of India’s brightest young sporting talents, combining skill, discipline, and global credibility.
Speaking on the achievement, Coach Nitin Joliya said: “This is just the beginning for Sidhvi. The black belt is a symbol of hard work, resilience, and focus. Achieving it at such a young age and being internationally certified is truly commendable. She is an inspiration for children across India and sets a new benchmark for aspiring martial artists.”
With this milestone, Sidhvi now joins the elite ranks of internationally recognized martial artists and aspires to represent India on global platforms, further strengthening the country’s presence in martial arts worldwide.
