Amardeep Kumar, a four-time international gold medalist in throwball, is driving a cab and helping his family sell vegetables in Ranchi. The 29-year-old athlete says he is still waiting for financial help and a government job from Jharkhand.Key HighlightsAmardeep has won four international gold medals for India.He drives a cab and sells vegetables to support his family.He says his requests for a government job are still pending.His story shows the struggle faced by many sportspersons.Amardeep's Journey in SportsAmardeep started playing sports when he was 13 years old. A local player saw his talent during his summer vacation. The player gave him free training at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi.Amardeep soon started playing throwball. He also helped his father sell vegetables after school. His hard work helped him reach the national and international level.His first international gold medal came in 2015. He won gold at the Asian Junior Throwball Championship in Malaysia.He later won gold at the Indo-Nepal Throwball Championship in Kathmandu in 2017. He also won gold at the South Asian Throwball Championship in Bengaluru in 2019. His fourth gold came at the second South Asian Throwball Championship in Ranchi in 2026.Related Instagram Video : Four-Time Gold Medalist Amardeep Sells VegetablesAthlete Faces Financial StruggleDespite his success, Amardeep says life has not become easier. He claims that he had to take loans to take part in sports events. He then worked to repay those loans.“I often took loans to participate in tournaments. I repaid them by selling vegetables and driving a cab while supporting my family,” Amardeep said.Amardeep is known as an Amardeep Jharkhand athlete who has represented India. But he says his achievements have not brought him financial security.He has also sought a cash award and a government job. He says he has contacted officials many times. He also met former Jharkhand Sports Minister Hafizul Hasan. But he says his requests are still pending.Amardeep Continues to WorkToday, the Amardeep Ranchi cab driver drives a cab to earn money. He also helps his family sell vegetables at Argora Chowk in Ranchi.His father sells vegetables. His mother also sells vegetables from door to door. His elder brother runs a fast-food stall.The story of this Amardeep vegetable seller highlights the Amardeep government job struggle. It also raises questions about support for Jharkhand sports talent after athletes win medals for the country.
