NEW DELHI: Karate player Mohit Yadav from Kapashera has won two bronze medals at international championships within a week, bringing recognition to his locality and the country.

Yadav was part of the Indian team that secured bronze in the Elite Team Kumite event at the Commonwealth Karate Championship 2026, held in Glasgow, Scotland, from November 5 to 8.

Earlier, on November 1, he won bronze in the senior +84kg category at the Central England Open International Karate Championships. The two podium finishes came within seven days.

Yadav has been a regular member of the Indian team in the Team Kumite event for the past four years. His latest performances add to his record of representing the country at international competitions.

He is the son of Devender Yadav and Roshni Devi. His family, friends and well-wishers, along with residents of Kapashera, have congratulated him on the achievements.

(With inputs from media reports)