Who is the first Indian weightlifter to win the World Title twice?

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The correct answer is Karnam Malleswari

Key Points

Karnam Malleswari is the first Indian weightlifter to win the World Title twice.
She achieved this remarkable feat by winning gold medals in the World Weightlifting Championships held in 1994 and 1995.
Karnam Malleswari is also known for her historic bronze medal win at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, making her the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in weightlifting.
Her achievements have significantly contributed to the popularity and recognition of weightlifting as a sport in India.

Additional Information

Kunjarani Devi, another prominent Indian weightlifter, has also made significant contributions to the sport but has not won the World Title twice.
Sanamacha Chanu and Sumita Laha are other notable Indian weightlifters, but they have not achieved the distinction of winning the World Title twice.
Karnam Malleswari's achievements have earned her numerous awards, including the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and the Padma Shri.