Mahadev Deka

Mahadev Deka is a bodybuilder from Barpeta district, Assam, India. By profession he is an assistant engineer in Public health department of Assam. In 2008 he was the runner up of Musclemania Superbody world championship and in 2009 has won the championship (Musclemania) in the Open BW (bantamweight) category, held in Florida from 18–21 June. [1]

Mahadev Deka
Bodybuilder
Mahadev Deka
Mahadev Deka
Personal info
Born17 May 1969
Barpeta District, Assam, India
Professional career
Best win
  • Mr Universe
  • 2009

Diet Schedule

He follows a daily diet of 20 egg whites, a chicken, fruit juice, little rice, lot of green vegetables and allotted supplements.[2]

Training

Mahadev took his first training from Manohar Aich in Kolkata in 1992 and went on to win bronze at Bharar Kumar Championship in Bangalore the same year.[3]

Heart surgery

In August 2002, Mahadev underwent an Open heart surgery. Post-operation, he developed a lump in his chest. He was advised an open-heart surgery to get it removed and so he took a break of three months.[3] He also underwent chemotherapy.[4] But all these could not resist him to go to his favorite place, the gym.[3]

In 2008 he was the runner up of Musclemania Superbody world championship, and won its Mr Universe title in the bantamweight class in 2009 held in Florida. [5] On his return he received a hero’s welcome from fans for his victory.[6] Chief Minister of Assam Tarun Gogoi promised him a house and the Numaligarh Refinery Limited has announces a cash award of Rs50,000.[4] Asom PHE Minister Rihon Daimary, at a function held at his office chamber, felicitated him with Chelleng Chador, Xorai and a cash award of Rs.25,000.[7]

Philanthropy

Mahadev Deka has been involved in several charities. He is the brand ambassador for an NGO called Kidney Citizen [8] which is a one of a kind not for profit organization supporting people with kidney diseases. Kidney Citizen is a registered charitable trust set up by Uttam Basar for helping the cause of the underprivileged and all patients with kidney diseases. The Foundation has two focus areas: Awareness and Healthcare. To increase the reach and corpus of the Foundation, Mahadev Deka has undertaken initiatives such as spreading awareness through public appearances and its website for which Kidney Citizen has teamed up with the internet technology company, TOUCHWEB Solutions. The aim is to raise awareness through the website about kidney transplant procedure, kidney stone, and other kidney related issues, which can save lives.

See also

References
  1. "Fitness Universe Weekend: Musclemania Universe" (PDF). Retrieved 26 August 2018.
  2. "After heart surgery, Assam lad becomes Mr Universe". 22 June 2009. Retrieved 1 July 2009.
  3. Kalita, Prabin (22 June 2009). "Heart patient is Mr Universe". The Times of India. Kolkata: 9.
  4. "Tumultuous welcome to Assam bodybuilder". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 25 June 2009. Retrieved 4 July 2009.
  5. "2008 Musclemania Universe". Retrieved 26 August 2018.
  6. "Mr. Universe 2009 Body Builder Mahadev Deka arrives at home". 25 June 2009. Archived from the original on 29 June 2009. Retrieved 4 July 2009.
  7. "PHE Minister felicitates Mahadev Deka". 30 June 2009. Archived from the original on 19 July 2011. Retrieved 4 July 2009.
  8. "Brand Ambassador of the NGO, Kidney Citizen".


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