Indian Runner Archana Jadhav Banned for Four Years Over Doping Charges
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | Indian runner Archana Jadhav banned for four years over doping charges |
| Violation | Tested positive for Oxandrolone, an anabolic steroid, at Pune Half-Marathon (December 2024) |
| Ban Duration | Four years (January 7, 2025 - January 6, 2029) |
| Loss of Achievements | Results from December 15, 2024, onwards disqualified; all awards, medals, and prize money forfeited |
| Failure to Contest Charges | Did not respond to AIU reminders and missed deadlines to confirm her stance |
| Missed 'B' Sample Test | Initially requested, but did not make the payment or respond by deadlines |
| Last Competition | Delhi Half Marathon (October 2024) - Finished 4th in elite Indian women's race |
| Personal Bests | 10,000m: 35:44.26, Half Marathon: 1:20:21, 3,000m: 10:28.82 |