Pahal hails from Rohtak, Haryana. She trains independently in Haryana under her coach Akaash Chikara. After her father's passing, she has faced differences with her mother and siblings. Despite these challenges, she continues to train on her own. Senior athlete Hima Das has been a significant support for her.

Career Achievements

Pahal is a three-time National champion. In June 2022, she won the 400m individual event at the inter-state championship at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, clocking 52.57 seconds. She was part of the 4 × 400 m relay teams that won the National title in October 2019 at Ranchi and June 2021 at Patiala.

Although she participates in the 100m and 200m events, her primary focus remains on the 400m. As of now, she is ranked 139th in the world rankings for the 400m.

Olympic Qualification

On 27 June 2024, Pahal clocked an impressive 50.92 seconds in the semifinals at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Panchkula. This performance allowed her to qualify for the Olympics, surpassing the qualifying mark of 50.95 seconds.

The last Indian female athlete to compete in the 400m at the Olympics was Nirmal Sheoran during the Rio Olympics in 2016.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, Pahal aims to continue improving her performance and representing India on international platforms. Her journey reflects determination and resilience despite personal challenges.