Lovlina Borgohain wins Asian Games gold, CM Himanta Sarma hails 'Golden Girl'
Synopsis
Lovlina Borgohain just wrote her name into Asian Games history — only the second Indian woman boxer after Mary Kom to win gold at the Games, doing it on her birthday with a flawless 5-0 win over China's Bao Ziyi. Assam CM Himanta Sarma called her immediately, and Golaghat's 'Golden Girl' was, in his words, 'super elated.'
Key Takeaways
Lovlina Borgohain won gold in the 75kg boxing category at the Asian Games on 2 October .
She defeated China's Bao Ziyi 5-0 in the final, on her own birthday.
She is only the second Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold, after Mary Kom .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma personally called her and hailed her as Assam's 'Golden Girl' .
Lovlina, from Golaghat district , Assam, is also a Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist .
CM Sarma confirmed he will meet her in Guwahati after her return.
Boxer Lovlina Borgohain clinched the gold medal in the 75kg category at the Asian Games on 2 October, defeating China's Bao Ziyi by a commanding 5-0 scoreline in the final — becoming only the second Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold after the legendary Mary Kom. The victory, which coincided with Lovlina's birthday, prompted an immediate phone call from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who described her triumph as a moment of immense pride for both the state and the nation.
A Historic Finish in the Ring
Lovlina's dominant 5-0 victory over Bao Ziyi in the final was a statement performance, reaffirming her status as one of India's foremost boxing talents. The win places her in elite company: only Mary Kom had previously achieved Asian Games gold for India in women's boxing. For a Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist who has also earned medals at World Championships, the Asian Games gold represents the crowning achievement of an already decorated international career.
CM Sarma's Personal Call and Tribute
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma personally telephoned the boxer shortly after her final to extend congratulations on behalf of the people of Assam. 'Just spoke to Lovlina over call and extended my best wishes on behalf of the people of Assam on her birthday as well as for this prized gold at the Asian Games. She is super elated, and so are we,' Sarma wrote in a social media post. Earlier, he had hailed her as Assam's 'Golden Girl' and noted that 'there can be no bigger gift to oneself on a birthday than bagging the ultimate honour for the country.'
Golaghat's Pride on the World Stage
Lovlina hails from Assam's Golaghat district, a region that has produced one of India's most celebrated combat sports athletes. Her journey from Golaghat to Olympic podiums and now Asian Games gold underscores the depth of sporting talent in the Northeast. This victory further cements her standing as one of the most prominent sporting figures from the region on the international stage.
What Comes Next
Chief Minister Sarma confirmed he would meet Lovlina in person upon her return to Guwahati, giving her time to celebrate the landmark win. Notably, this gold adds to a career haul that already includes an Olympic bronze from Tokyo 2021 and multiple World Championship medals. With the Paris Olympics cycle in focus, the Asian Games performance will strengthen her case for continued top-level support and selection. Assam, according to the Chief Minister, awaits her 'glorious return.'
Point of View
That standard felt unreachable at the Asian Games; Lovlina has now matched it. What is equally notable is the political visibility: a Chief Minister's personal birthday call is not routine protocol, it reflects how much Northeast India's sporting identity is now tied to a handful of standard-bearers. The pressure that comes with that status is real, and as the Paris Olympics cycle intensifies, Lovlina will need structural support — not just celebratory phone calls — to sustain this trajectory.
NationPress
2 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Lovlina Borgohain achieve at the Asian Games?
Lovlina Borgohain won the gold medal in the 75kg boxing category at the Asian Games, defeating China's Bao Ziyi 5-0 in the final. She became only the second Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold, after Mary Kom.
Why is this win especially significant for Lovlina?
The victory is doubly special because it came on Lovlina's birthday, and it adds Asian Games gold to a career that already includes a Tokyo Olympics bronze medal and World Championship medals. It places her alongside Mary Kom in Indian boxing history.
What did Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma say about Lovlina's gold?
CM Sarma personally called Lovlina after her win and wrote on social media that he had 'extended my best wishes on behalf of the people of Assam on her birthday as well as for this prized gold at the Asian Games.' He described her as Assam's 'Golden Girl' and said the state was 'super elated.'
Where is Lovlina Borgohain from?
Lovlina Borgohain is from Golaghat district in Assam. She has represented India at the Tokyo Olympics, the Asian Games, and multiple World Championships, making her one of the most decorated boxers from the Northeast.
When will Lovlina return to Assam?
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said he would meet Lovlina in person after her return to Guwahati, giving her time to celebrate her Asian Games gold victory first.
