Shivani Prithvi is an Indian racer, rally driver and doctor who is known for winning several national grand prix races and rallies.
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Wiki/Biography
Shivani Prithvi was born on Saturday, 22 November 1997 (age 25 years; as in 2023) in Davangere, Karnataka, India. Their zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Shivani Prithvi’s childhood picture
She learned roller skating when she was 5 years old and later participated in state-level tournaments and also played basketball, tennis during her school days. He was also fond of bikes and cars in his childhood.
A picture of Shivani Prithvi riding a motorcycle when she was a child
He had his early schooling at Amrita Vidyalaya, Davangere and later attended Sri Taralabalu Central School, Davangere.
Shivani Prithvi (left) during her school days
He graduated with MBBS degree from SDM College of Medical Sciences, Dharwad, Karnataka in 2021. He later pursued a postgraduate degree in Orthopedics at Rajarajeshwari Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru. She later became a rally driver and doctor.
Shivani Prithvi with her parents on the day of her convocation
Physical Appearance
Height (Approx): 5′ 8″
Weight (Approx): 60 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: black
Family
parents and siblings
His father, BS Prithvi, is a former racer, popular in Bengaluru for once running a 60 km race on a flat tyre. Her mother, Deepti Prithvi, is a doctor and sailor, who participated in rallies with Shivani. He is the only child of his parents.
Shivani Prithvi with her parents
husband and children
He is unmarried and has no children.
relationships/affairs
That is one.
livelihood
rally driver
Shivani Prithvi started running when she was studying in the second year of MBBS in 2018. She was preparing for the semester examinations which made her feel tired as she could not play any games during the preparation. After the exam, Shivani approached her father and asked him to teach her racing, after which her father started teaching her racing on the same day. He initially trained in his factory premises where several cement water pipes were placed in the open.
Shivani Prithvi with her mother when she started running
In 2018, he participated in his first race, autocross in Kochi. She later joined India’s first all-female racing team, Ahura Racing, and competed in Volkswagen Motorsport India’s Ameo Cup.
When Shivani Prithvi joined Ahura Racing
In 2019, he participated in his first rally, the 2019 INRC (Indian National Rally Championship) South India Rally held in Chennai. In 2019, he raced in the Indian National Autocross Championship, Mysore Dussehra Gravel Fest and Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship.
Shivani Prithvi with the trophies won in the rally
Two pictures of Shivani Prithvi when she was a child and when she competed in rallies
She started participating in races in 2019 with her mother Deepti Prithvi as a navigator and her first rally was the South Indian Rally 2019. She also won the Times Women’s Drive with her mother for two consecutive years in 2018 and 2019.
Shivani Prithvi with her mother Deepti Prithvi (right) during a race
Shivani Prithvi with her mother Deepti Prithvi (right) as her boatman
In 2021, he took part in the KMS 50 Grand Prix held in Coimbatore. He took part in the Rally of Himalayas in 2021 along with another racer Deeksha Balkrishna.
victory and podium finish
- First place in women category in Mahindra Monsoon Challenge 2018
- Best Female Driver at the 2019 Mysuru Dasara Gravel Utsav
- 3rd place in Divas on Wheels and Time Speed Distance Rally in 2019
Shivani Prithvi and her mother Deepti Prithvi with Ranbir Kapoor
- First place in Shalmala River Conservation Rally in 2019
Shivani Prithvi (right) after winning the Shalamala River Conservation Rally.
- Finished second in the sprint race of the KMS 50 Grand Prix race held at Coimbatore in 2021
doctor
In October 2021, he was registered as a doctor with the Karnataka Medical Council (KMC).
Shivani Prithvi practicing as a doctor
When Shivani Prithvi got registered as a doctor with Karnataka Medical Council (KMC)
Awards, Honors, Achievements
- Honored by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2019
Honorary Trophy given to Shivani Prithvi by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
- Became the first Indian woman to race in the 2019 Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship
Shivani Prithvi holding India’s banner during the 2019 Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship
- Achievers of Karnataka 2021 Award in the field of Motorsports
Shivani Prithvi receives Achievers of Karnataka 2021 award
- Featured in the Fab 40 list in Femina India magazine in September 2021
car collection
In 2016, he bought his first car, a Mahindra Thar SUV.
Shivani Prithvi with her Mahindra Thar SUV
Facts/General Knowledge
- She was an NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadet during her school days and participated in the Republic Day camp in 2011 and 2014. He also marched during the Republic Day Parade at Rajpath in 2014 and led the contingent from Karnataka and Goa. Minister’s rally in 2014. She was the Indian representative to the International Cadet Exchange Program 2014 (ICEP) in Singapore.
Shivani Prithvi with the 11th President of India APJ Abdul Kalam during the NCC program.
Shivani Prithvi wore the dress of NCC cadet
- Shivani Prithvi is an animal lover and has several dogs.
Shivani Prithvi playing with her dogs
- He has been featured in various advertisements for automobile parts manufacturers such as JK Tires and Volkswagen.
Shivani Prithvi during an ad shoot for JK Tires
- He has also learned racing skills from various accomplished racers including Arjuna Awardee Gaurav Gill.
Shivani Prithvi (left) with Gaurav Gill
Shivani Prithvi awarded certificate after completing training at Gaurav Gill Advanced Rally Driving Academy
- She works out regularly to maintain her fitness.
Shivani Prithvi during workout session
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