Devendro Singh

Born on March 2, 1992 in Imphal West district of Manipur, India, Devendro Singh Laishram is an Indian boxer who competes in the light-flyweight division. His sister Laishram Sushila Devi is a former national-level boxer who helps him with his training. He represented our nation at the 2012 London Olympics but lost in the quarter-final in a tough bout with Paddy Barnes (Ireland).

Here are some of his career achievements:

• Honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) for distinguished service at the Eastern Army headquarters along with seven others in 2014; he was the youngest and the only JCO (Junior Commissioned Officer) among all of them to receive it.
• Won a silver medal at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games in the light flyweight category
• Earned the first place at the 2015 Doha International Tournament in the 49 kg weight category
• Won a silver medal in the 49 kg event at the Republic of Kazakhstan President’s Cup in 2012
• Winner of the Indian Inter-Zonal Championships in 49 kg category in 2011
• Won the first spot in the 49 kg event at the 2010 Indian Youth National Championships
• Winner of the Indian Youth National Championships and Indian Federation Cup Championships in 48 kg category in 2009