Dev Meena

Dev Kumar Meena is an Indian pole vaulter. His personal best jump of 5.40 m, set at the 2025 World University Games, is the Indian record.

Early life

Meena was born on 7 May 2005 in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, India. He initially competed as a 400 m runner before shifting to pole vault on the advice of coach Ghanshyam Yadav, who considered his physique suited to the event. He trains at the Madhya Pradesh Athletics Academy in Bhopal and has also worked under Cuban coach Ángel García.

Performance record

Seasonal bests

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