Mouma Das

Mouma Das, born on February 24, 1984, in Narkeldanga, West Bengal, is an accomplished Indian table tennis player. With a career spanning over two decades, Das has been a stalwart of the sport in her country. A multiple-time national champion, she has represented India in six Olympic Games, showcasing her exceptional skill and dedication. Das played a crucial role in popularizing table tennis in India and inspiring a new generation of players. Beyond her sporting achievements, she received the prestigious Arjuna Award for her contributions to Indian table tennis. Mouma Das remains a respected figure in the nation's sporting landscape.

Here are some of her career achievements:

• Won a bronze medal in the 2006 Commonwealth Games (Women’s team) held at Melbourne.
• Silver medalist in Women’s team event at the Commonwealth Games of 2010.
• Honored with the prestigious "Arjuna Award" in 2013 by the Government of India.
• Became the first Indian female table tennis player to win 2 medals (silver and bronze) in the Commonwealth Championship of 2015
• Mouma holds the record of winning most number of gold medals (8) in the South Asian Games by a table tennis player
• Bagged gold medal in team singles at the South Asian Games, 2016
• Won a gold medal in Women’s team and a silver medal in Women’s doubles at the Commonwealth Games, 2018
• She was awarded the Padma Shri in 2021