Arshia Goswami, hailing from Panchkula, Haryana, is an 8-year-old with a vibrant personality typical of a Gen-Alpha child. She delights in fun activities and even manages an Instagram account. Her enthusiasm for new experiences makes her appear like any other child her age. What sets Arshia apart is her exceptional talent in weightlifting, mostly practiced at her father’s gym. Despite her petite 25 kg frame, she can effortlessly deadlift over double her body weight, with a remarkable personal best of 60 kg – an Asian record for her age as recognized by the India Book of Records.
A user commented, “One Day India Will Be Proud On You.” Another individual highlighted her remarkable feat, stating, “For reference, it is equivalent to a 75 kg Guy lifting 210kg.” Showing support, another user wrote, “Hats Off.”
Arshia’s remarkable achievement of breaking the record for the youngest deadlifter, as per the India Book of Records, occurred when she was just 6 years, 11 months, and 27 days old, lifting an impressive 45 kg. This achievement was officially recognized on December 28, 2021.