Who Is Neeraj Chopra’s Wife, Himani Mor? Her Life, Education, Career, Love Story — And Inside Their Wedding Reception Held 11 Months Later With PM ...

For years, India has watched Neeraj Chopra chase distances, medals and history with a calm that feels almost old fashioned in today’s loud sporting world. What remained carefully protected, however, was

his personal life. That changed gently and without spectacle when the Olympic champion tied the knot with Himani Mor. No dramatic announcement, no viral countdown, just a simple set of wedding photographs that instantly sent fans into curiosity mode. Who is the woman who shares life with India’s most celebrated javelin thrower and why did the couple wait almost a year to host their wedding receptions. The answers lie in a story rooted in discipline, sport and quiet choices.

A Wedding That Reflected Their Personalities

Neeraj Chopra and Himani Mor were married on 16 January in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, in a ceremony attended only by family and close friends. At the time, Neeraj’s competitive season was about to begin. Training schedules were tight, travel was constant and focus was non negotiable. The decision to keep the wedding private was less about secrecy and more about practicality.

Nearly eleven months later, the couple finally hosted their long awaited wedding receptions. The first was held on 25 December in Karnal, Haryana, bringing together relatives, neighbours and supporters who had followed Neeraj’s journey from village fields to Olympic podiums. Two days later, a larger and more formal reception took place in New Delhi.

Inside The Delhi Reception That Drew National Attention

The Delhi reception became a high profile affair, not because of extravagance but because of the guests who came to bless the couple. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the event as the chief guest at The Leela Palace, lending the evening a sense of national celebration. He later also visited the Karnal reception, where he gifted the couple a Lord Ram idol and spent time interacting with the families.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the function, along with former President Ram Nath Kovind, Haryana Assembly Speaker Harwinder Kalyan, Rohtak MP Deepender Hooda, and BJP state president Mohan Lal Badoli.

A Menu Inspired By Home Not Hype

Food played a significant role at the Karnal event, which hosted over 2,500 guests. Catering teams were flown in from Mumbai to manage the scale, but the flavours remained close to home. The spread leaned heavily towards Haryanvi cuisine, reflecting Neeraj’s own food preferences. Earlier in the year, he had spoken about enjoying simple meals at his in laws’ home, including roti with ghee bura, chutney and seasonal sabzi.

Who Is Himani Mor Beyond The Headlines?

Himani Mor hails from Sonipat, Haryana, and has been deeply connected to sport from a young age. A former Indian tennis player, Himani represented the country at the World University Games in 2017. That's not all, she also won gold at the World Junior Tennis Championship in 2016. According to the All India Tennis Association, her career-best national ranking stood at 42 in singles and 27 in doubles in 2018.She studied at Little Angels School in Sonipat, an institution that has also produced tennis star Sumit Nagal, according to Sportstar. Himani later graduated from Miranda House in Delhi with degrees in political science and physical education before moving to the United States for higher studies.

Education And Career In Sports Management

Himani holds two MBA degrees in sports management and human resources from universities in the US and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in sports management. She works as a graduate assistant at Amherst College, where she manages the women’s tennis team. Her role includes overseeing training schedules, recruitment, budgeting and match planning.Sport clearly runs in the family. Her brother Himanshu is also a tennis player, while other family members have been involved in kabaddi, boxing and wrestling.

How Neeraj And Himani Met

Neeraj Chopra and Himani Mor met through sporting circles, with their paths crossing during Neeraj’s visits to the United States.According to Aaj Tak, Neeraj’s uncle Surendra Chopra revealed that the couple connected over shared experiences as athletes before approaching their families. What followed was a love plus arranged marriage, with both families fully involved and supportive.

The wedding celebrations took place for three days at a resort in Himachal Pradesh.

A Marriage Grounded In Values

For the unversed, Neeraj Chopra’s family accepted only a token Re 1 as shagun, making a quiet but firm statement against the practice. His uncle later shared that the family has always opposed dowry and wanted the marriage to reflect those values.

Life After Marriage And A Focus On Sport

In a recent interview with The Times of India, Neeraj Chopra expressed how marriage is a great new chapter in his life, crediting Himani for bringing balance and support. He also mentioned that Himani's presence is a blessing that helps him stay focused and motivated on the field, while reiterating that training and preparation remain his top priorities.