'I have to even do their hair sometimes': Dipa Karmakar on life as coach
After retiring in 2024 due to recurring injuries, Olympic gymnast Dipa Karmakar has begun coaching young gymnasts in Agartala. She enjoys being an elder-sister figure to beginners while passing on her experience. Having completed a Level 1 coaching course, Dipa hopes to nurture future champions, with two students already showing promise. She also dreams of India winning gymnastics medals at the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

