A national table tennis player, Anita began her sports journey at the age of twelve under the guidance of her coach. She believes in the mental and physical benefits of the game, encouraging young children to play.

Anita Modi is from Jaipur, Rajasthan. She works in the AG office in Jaipur. She is employed under the sports quota and is also a national-level table tennis player.

When Anita was twelve years old, her family moved to Kishangarh, Rajasthan because of her father's job. It was there that a coach named Damodar Purohit introduced her to table tennis and skating. Anita found she was better at table tennis, and she has been playing the game ever since. She has even reached the national level in the sport.

Highlighting the benefits of playing table tennis, Anita explains that individuals with slow thinking abilities or those who have difficulty in concentrating can greatly benefit from the sport, as it aids in overcoming these challenges. Additionally, she mentions that playing table tennis can enhance a child's academic performance. Anita believes that children from the age of six to seven onwards should engage in table tennis.

Anita shares that her late father used to work as an RAS officer. She was born in Ganganagar when her dad was posted there. After a month, they moved to Kota, where she studied until 8th grade. Later, due to her father's transfer, they shifted to Kishangarh. It was in Kishangarh that she started playing table tennis. Before that, she enjoyed Kho-kho and Kabaddi, and also won gold medals in 100-200 meters hurdle races. Then, she gave table tennis a shot and surprisingly won a medal in Rajasthan with just two months into practicing. She says that her coach always supported her.

Talking about her childhood, Anita says she remembers that she used to be a tomboy in school. She then joined a girls' school where she did something unusual during lunchtime – she changed from a skirt into a boy's uniform, which made everyone around her laugh.

When asked about her role models, Anita explains that her first role model was her coach, Damodar Purohit. As she progressed to state and national levels, she drew inspiration from Monalisa Baruah and Kamlesh Mehta, renowned table tennis players of their era.

Anita says that she has also faced tough times, especially when her husband passed away in 2004. As a single mother, she took on the responsibility of raising her two kids. Anita recalls the challenges she encountered when her son was merely four years old and her daughter was nine years old. With the passing away of her father-in-law and mother-in-law, she shouldered the responsibility alone. Despite these hardships, she ensured that her children received a quality education. Her son took up table tennis and reached the state level, and her daughter even won a gold medal in national-level table tennis. Later, her daughter switched to playing football in the 9th grade and became the team captain, winning many awards. Behind all the achievements of her kids was her struggle. When her children started college, Anita's challenges eased up a bit.

She shares that she began working at the AG office when she was eighteen years old and got married at nineteen. Shortly after her marriage, she became a mother and even then, she took part in her department's tournament. Despite advised complete bed rest, she played and won a gold medal while wearing a salwar suit. In her department, she held the west zone title until twenty-seven years of age.

Starting in Rajasthan state-level competitions at the age of twelve, she was a champion in Under-14 and Under-17 categories for five years. She continued her success in the women's championship for six to seven years. She started playing Kabaddi five to six years ago, earning three gold, two silver, and one bronze medals in a civil services tournament. Apart from that, she is also skilled in swimming and basketball.

Anita reflects on how parental attitudes towards sports have evolved over time. She emphasizes that parents today should encourage their children to pursue their passions. Anita suggests that striking a balance between studies and sports is beneficial, and believes that investing in mobiles and laptops for kids is important, not wasteful.

Furthermore, Anita believes that parents should avoid excessive pampering of their children.

Anita’s message to the youth is to focus on career growth while also taking care of their parents.

Anita shares that when she initially started her job, she served as an auditor. Over time, she successfully cleared exams and has now advanced to the position of a welfare assistant. She credits her job for her achievements. Presently, she actively contributes to the recruitment committee. She assisted in the enrollment of around 350 individuals into central offices of the department. Alongside, she also holds the role of a coach for the CAG team and serves as an official. Her involvement in these roles dates back to 2015, and she expresses immense gratitude for the opportunities provided by her workplace.