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Olympicveer Khashaba

Author(s):  Sanjay Dudhane

भारतीय क्रीडा इतिहासातील एक सुवर्णपान म्हणजे खाशाबा दादासाहेब जाधव...
स्वतंत्र भारताला ऑलिंपिकमध्ये पहिले वैयक्तिक पदक मिळवून देणारा हा असामान्य मल्ल केवळ कुस्तीच्या आखाड्यातील विजेता नव्हता, तर जिद्द, शिस्त, चिकाटी आणि देशप्रेम यांचे प्रतीक होता.
अत्यंत प्रतिकूल परिस्थितीत, मर्यादित साधनसामग्रीत आणि कोणत्याही आधुनिक सुविधांशिवाय त्यांनी आपल्या अथक परिश्रमांच्या बळावर जगाच्या सर्वोच्च क्रीडामंचावर भारताचा तिरंगा अभिमानाने फडकावला. त्यांच्या यशामागे होती अविरत मेहनत, अढळ आत्मविश्वास आणि मातृभूमीबद्दलची निष्ठा.
हे पुस्तक खाशाबांच्या बालपणापासून ते ऑलिंपिक पदकापर्यंतच्या प्रेरणादायी प्रवासाचा मागोवा घेते. त्यांच्या संघर्षमय आयुष्याबरोबरच त्या काळातील भारतीय क्रीडाक्षेत्राची स्थिती, त्यांच्या विजयाचे ऐतिहासिक महत्त्व आणि त्यांच्या कार्याचा पुढील पिढ्यांवर झालेला प्रभाव यांचाही वेध घेते.
आजच्या तरुणांसाठी, खेळाडूंसाठी आणि मोठी स्वप्ने पाहणाऱ्या प्रत्येकासाठी खाशाबा जाधव यांचे जीवन हे एक प्रेरणादायी आदर्श आहे. यशाचा मार्ग सुविधांमधून नव्हे, तर जिद्द, परिश्रम आणि ध्येयनिष्ठेतून घडतो, याची ही तेजस्वी साक्ष आहे.

A golden chapter in the history of Indian sports is the inspiring story of Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav. As the first Indian to win an individual Olympic medal after India's independence, this extraordinary wrestler was not only a champion in the wrestling arena but also a symbol of determination, discipline, perseverance, and patriotism.

Despite immense hardships, limited resources, and the absence of modern training facilities, Khashaba Jadhav achieved the extraordinary through relentless hard work and unwavering dedication. His remarkable journey led him to the world's greatest sporting stage, where he proudly raised India's tricolour with honor and distinction. Behind his historic achievement lay an unshakable self-belief, tireless effort, and an enduring love for his motherland.

This book traces Khashaba Jadhav's inspiring journey from his humble childhood to his historic Olympic triumph. It explores not only his struggles and achievements but also the state of Indian sports during his era, the historical significance of his Olympic medal, and the lasting impact of his legacy on future generations.

For today's youth, aspiring athletes, and everyone who dares to dream big, the life of Khashaba Jadhav serves as a timeless source of inspiration. His story is a powerful reminder that the path to success is not built by comfort or privilege, but through determination, hard work, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to one's goals.

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Published on 18/07/2026 | 162 Pages
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भारतीय क्रीडा इतिहासातील एक सुवर्णपान म्हणजे खाशाबा दादासाहेब जाधव...
स्वतंत्र भारताला ऑलिंपिकमध्ये पहिले वैयक्तिक पदक मिळवून देणारा हा असामान्य मल्ल केवळ कुस्तीच्या आखाड्यातील विजेता नव्हता, तर जिद्द, शिस्त, चिकाटी आणि देशप्रेम यांचे प्रतीक होता.
अत्यंत प्रतिकूल परिस्थितीत, मर्यादित साधनसामग्रीत आणि कोणत्याही आधुनिक सुविधांशिवाय त्यांनी आपल्या अथक परिश्रमांच्या बळावर जगाच्या सर्वोच्च क्रीडामंचावर भारताचा तिरंगा अभिमानाने फडकावला. त्यांच्या यशामागे होती अविरत मेहनत, अढळ आत्मविश्वास आणि मातृभूमीबद्दलची निष्ठा.
हे पुस्तक खाशाबांच्या बालपणापासून ते ऑलिंपिक पदकापर्यंतच्या प्रेरणादायी प्रवासाचा मागोवा घेते. त्यांच्या संघर्षमय आयुष्याबरोबरच त्या काळातील भारतीय क्रीडाक्षेत्राची स्थिती, त्यांच्या विजयाचे ऐतिहासिक महत्त्व आणि त्यांच्या कार्याचा पुढील पिढ्यांवर झालेला प्रभाव यांचाही वेध घेते.
आजच्या तरुणांसाठी, खेळाडूंसाठी आणि मोठी स्वप्ने पाहणाऱ्या प्रत्येकासाठी खाशाबा जाधव यांचे जीवन हे एक प्रेरणादायी आदर्श आहे. यशाचा मार्ग सुविधांमधून नव्हे, तर जिद्द, परिश्रम आणि ध्येयनिष्ठेतून घडतो, याची ही तेजस्वी साक्ष आहे.


A golden chapter in the history of Indian sports is the inspiring story of Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav. As the first Indian to win an individual Olympic medal after India's independence, this extraordinary wrestler was not only a champion in the wrestling arena but also a symbol of determination, discipline, perseverance, and patriotism.


Despite immense hardships, limited resources, and the absence of modern training facilities, Khashaba Jadhav achieved the extraordinary through relentless hard work and unwavering dedication. His remarkable journey led him to the world's greatest sporting stage, where he proudly raised India's tricolour with honor and distinction. Behind his historic achievement lay an unshakable self-belief, tireless effort, and an enduring love for his motherland.


This book traces Khashaba Jadhav's inspiring journey from his humble childhood to his historic Olympic triumph. It explores not only his struggles and achievements but also the state of Indian sports during his era, the historical significance of his Olympic medal, and the lasting impact of his legacy on future generations.


For today's youth, aspiring athletes, and everyone who dares to dream big, the life of Khashaba Jadhav serves as a timeless source of inspiration. His story is a powerful reminder that the path to success is not built by comfort or privilege, but through determination, hard work, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to one's goals.

Sanjay Dudhane

लेखक परिचय :

l क्रीडा पत्रकारिता, क्रीडाप्रचार आणि क्रीडाप्रसार क्षेत्रांत २५ वर्षांहून अधिक काळ कार्यरत. १९९६पासून क्रीडा पत्रकारितेत कार्यरत. 

l ‘सकाळ’सह महाराष्ट्रातील प्रमुख दैनिकांतून १६००हून अधिक क्रीडाविषयक लेख प्रकाशित. ‘अष्टपैलू’ दिवाळी अंकाचे संपादन. 

l पुणे आणि कोल्हापूर आकाशवाणीवर कार्यक्रम. 

l न्यूज १८ लोकमत आणि टीव्ही ९ मराठी या वृत्तवाहि न्यांसाठी थेट वार्तांकन.

ऑलिंपिक यशाचा षट्कार अनुभवणारे एकमेव मराठी क्रीडापत्रकार

Author Introduction:

Has been working for over 25 years in sports journalism, sports promotion, and  sports broadcasting.

Active in sports journalism since 1996.

Has published more than 1,600 sports-related articles in major Marathi dailies, including Sakal. Edited the Ashtpailu Diwali  special issue.

Conducted programs on Pune and Kolhapur Doordarshan.

Provided live reporting for News18 Lokmat and TV9 Marathi news channels.

He is the only Marathi sports journalist to have personally witnessed the glory of  Olympic success.

Publisher

Sakal Prakashan

Author

Sanjay Dudhane

Language

Marathi

ISBN

9788169355308

Binding
  • Paperback
Pages

162

Publication Year

18/07/2026

Dimensions
5.5 x 8.5

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