At just 17, Chandigarh’s Janvi Jindal has become the youngest Indian female sportsperson to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating. Self-taught and fiercely dedicated, she has inspired a new generation, joining ranks just behind Sachin Tendulkar as India’s second-highest Guinness record holder.
Janvi Jindal, an 18-year-old skating prodigy from Chandigarh, has achieved an extraordinary feat by becoming the youngest Indian female to hold a record 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating. This remarkable accomplishment places her second only to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who holds 19 Guinness records, making Janvi a national sensation and a beacon of youthful talent.
Key Highlights:
Record-Breaking Feats: Janvi secured six new Guinness titles recently, including most 360-degree rotations on inline skates in 30 seconds and most one-wheeled 360-degree rotations in one minute. These add to the five records she earned in July 2025, reflecting her dominance in various freestyle skating disciplines.
Youngest Champion: Achieving all 11 records by age 17, Janvi holds the highest number of Guinness World Records by any Indian female sportsperson.
Self-Made Success: Entirely self-taught using online videos and supported by her father, Janvi’s journey has been fueled by relentless practice without professional coaching.
Academic Excellence & Support: A Class 12 student at a government school in Chandigarh, Janvi was felicitated by Rajya Sabha MP Satnam Singh Sandhu and awarded a sports scholarship at Chandigarh University.
National & International Wins: Besides her Guinness honors, Janvi has clinched 3 gold, 3 bronze, and 2 silver medals at national championships and is preparing for the next event.
Inspiration & Vision: Janvi aspires to motivate young athletes, especially from underprivileged backgrounds, and hopes to gain professional coaching to win more medals for India.
Family Encouragement: Inspired by the movie Dangal, her father credits Janvi’s fearless spirit and determination for her rapid success.
Janvi Jindal’s achievements mark a milestone not just in Indian sports but in the broader narrative of self-driven excellence and the power of perseverance. Her story resonates as a beacon of hope for budding sportspersons across India.
Sources: The Tribune India, Business Standard, Times of India, ANI News.