Valasamgari Bhavani

Valasamgari Bhavani is an Indian track and field Para Athlete from Andhra Pradesh. Bhavani was born in SPSR Nellore District. She represents India in the Women's 100m, 200m, long jump and shot put events.

Childhood and early life
Valasamgari Bhavani was born in a poor family in Muttukur village of SPSR Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. Her father, Chandraiah was died in the year 2009 and her mother, Bujjamma is a housewife. In her childhood days, she plays Kho Kho and Kabaddi very well and also dreams to be a sprinter as it is very supported by her father. In 2009, climbing on a water tanker truck she accidentally touched a live electric cable, in which her right arm incurred significant damage and also her father who tried to protect her from electric shock was died on spot. She received medical attention but the doctors amputated her right arm. After that with the support of her mother and her coach, Zaseem, SAAP coach started her athletic training.

Career
Bhavani won her first national medal in 19th Indian national para athletics, 2021 at Bengaluru and her first Indian ranking medal in 4th Indian Open National Para-Athletics Championships. She won bronze medals in both 100m sprint and shot put under T-46 category at 2023 World Abilitysport Games, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.