Kishore Jena comes from Brahmagiri Block of Puri, Odisha.

Son of a farmer, He specializes in javelin throw, representing India in the realm of track and field sports

He's a trainee at the Bhubaneshwar Sports Hostel and beneficiary of the ORFA High-Performance Centre

At the age of 27, he gained prominence in June 2024 by securing the silver medal at the national championships 

The 27-year old was unsure about his participation in the showpiece event as his Visa was delayed

On July 30, Kishore Jena achieved a remarkable feat by claiming the gold medal at the Sri Lankan National Championships

Kishore Jena, who became the first from the state to represent India at the finals of the World Athletics Championship in Budapest

Kishore finished fifth in the finals and achieved a new personal best with 84.77 meters

He became the first athlete from Odisha to successfully secure a spot in the finals of the World Athletics Championships

“I initially felt nervous considering the magnitude of the event. However, I’ve now gained confidence, and I’m all set to perform exceptionally,” said Jena 

Kishore’s mother further conveyed her unwavering faith in Lord Jagannath

Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday announced a reward of Rs 25 lakh for javelin star

Jena has not only brought honour to both the state and the country but will also serve as a motivation for numerous athletes in the years ahead

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