The inspiring journey of Anjali Thakur exemplifies the transformative power of grassroots talent identification and structured national coaching under the Boccia Sports Federation of India (BSFI).
- From Himachal Pradesh to National Camp: Identified from Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, Anjali underwent intensive residential coaching at the BSFI national camp in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab.
- Conquering Europe in Pilsen: At the Pilsen World Boccia Challenger in the Czech Republic, she defeated higher-ranked opponents from Slovakia and the host nation before triumphing 5–2 over Poland in the Gold Medal final.