KATHMANDU: Nepal Bodybuilding and Fitness Association on Thursday welcomed Rajani Shrestha, who won historic medals in the 53rd Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championship held from September 27 to October 3 in Batam, Indonesia.

Shrestha finished second in the women’s 55kg weight category and she claimed bronze medal in the above-30yrs section in her maiden appearance in the Asian championship.

NBFA President Rajesh Babu Shrestha has already announced cash reward of Rs 150,000 to the bodybuilder.