Mary revels in Padma glory, but worried about Indian boxing

PTI : New Delhi, Sat Jan 26 2013, 13:02 hrs

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"Right now, I can say I am going through the best phase. I have got an Olympic medal, my kids are happy and healthy, I am being recognised, I couldn't have asked for more. I feel blessed and humbled," the diminutive boxer said.

Asked about the controversies that have plagued the selections for the Padma awards, Mary Kom broke into a giggle before saying, "I am happy for mine and everyone knows that it is deserved. I won't go into other aspects of it."

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