India’s Avani Lekhara and Mona Agarwal brought home medals from the women’s 10m air rifle final at the Paris Paralympics, showcasing India’s strength in the sport. Lekhara, the reigning Paralympic champion, successfully defended her title, securing the gold medal with a personal best score of 249.7 points in the final. Meanwhile, Mona Agarwal clinched the bronze medal with a total score of 228.7 points.
From the very beginning of the competition, both Avani and Mona were consistently in the top three positions, demonstrating their exceptional skill and determination. In a thrilling final, Avani’s dominance was evident as she secured the top spot with her impressive performance. South Korea’s Yunri Lee claimed the silver medal, finishing with a score of 246.8 points.
The two medals in the women’s 10m air rifle event mark a strong start for India at the Paris Paralympics. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his pride and congratulations to both athletes on his official X handle, recognizing their significant contributions to India’s medal tally. He lauded Lekhara for her consistent success and praised Mona for her dedication, which led to her bronze medal win.
