Bengaluru, 28th September, 2023: Thigala Swetha Reddy, a dedicated Taekwondo instructor at Orchids The International School's BTM Branch, has demonstrated exceptional prowess in the sport by winning two gold medals at the 16th World Taekwondo Culture Expo held in Muju, South Korea. With 2000 participants representing 20 nations this international competition proved to be a flair of talents.

Swetha Reddy’s exceptional performance in the under-39 category earned her two individual gold medals in Kyorugi (fighting) and Poomsae categories. Hailing from small village Narapala, Anantapuram (district) in Andhra Pradesh, Swetha started teaching Taekwondo in 2007. Adding to her career she holds a 3rd DAN black belt from Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo HeadQuarter), 1st DAN Black belt holder in Hapkido.

Jasmine K J, Principal of Orchids The International School, BTM Layout branch said “We are proud of Swetha’s achievements and she is an inspiration to the students. We at Orchids, always strive to foster the talents of our students and teachers by providing them opportunities to showcase their talent”