Representing all india police

Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports: Reigning Minimumweight (45-48kg) national champion Minakshi took a massive step toward defending her title, defeating Commonwealth and World Championships gold medallist Nitu Ghanghas in a high-stakes quarter final showdown at the 8th Elite Women’s National Boxing Championship.

Representing All India Police (AIP), the Asian Championships silver medallist edged out Nitu with a hard-fought 4:1 split decision, prevailing in a battle of elite contenders on Monday.

Hosted by the BFI in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Boxing Association, the championship takes place at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, from March 20 to 27, 2025. One hundred and eighty-eight boxers from 24 state units are competing across ten weight categories in this week-long tournament, which follows the World Boxing Technical & Competition Rules, featuring three three-minute rounds with one-minute rest intervals.