Quick Info
| Profession | Athlete |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 10/05/2008 |
| Age | 18 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Jiya Rai
25/09/2025
Jiya Rai became the first female swimmer with autism spectrum disorder to complete a solo crossing of the Catalina Channel in the United States. She covered the 34-kilometer route from Catalina Island to San Pedro, California, in 15 hours, 1 minute, and 43 seconds, finishing on 26 September 2025. The feat was reported as a historic first in the 100-year history of the channel and was dedicated to autism awareness.
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Bio/Wiki
| Condition | Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Navy Children's School, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Madan Rai (MC-at-Arms II, Indian Navy) |
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| Mother | Rachana Rai (teacher) |
| Siblings | Brother - Vaibhav Rai |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jiya is an international open-water para swimmer from India. | |
| 2. Her parents noticed developmental differences when she was 15 months old. | |
| 3. Jiya had minimal interest in her birthday party when she was two years old. | |
| 4. She was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder after her parents researched her behavior. | |
| 5. Jiya's parents undertook various therapies to aid her development. | |
| 6. Initially faced harsh treatment from peers and adults, affecting her social life. | |
| 7. Started swimming at two years old and eventually mastered various strokes. | |
| 8. Won two inter-class swimming medals shortly after beginning school. | |
| 9. At age five, started training with assistance due to communication challenges. | |
| 10. A coach identified her potential at an inter-school competition. | |
| 11. In 2017, she began open-water swimming training. | |
| 12. Competed in various races, achieving notable rankings from an early age. | |
| 13. Featured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'. | |
| 14. Has multiple records recognized in the Asia Book of Records and India Book of Records. | |
| 15. Although non-verbal, her parents guided her through videos, leading to her thriving para-swimming career. | |
| 16. Dedicated her swims to autism awareness. |
