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Haryana shooter Neeru Dhanda clinches three medals in two days
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 04:02 PM
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Neeru Dhanda, a Haryana shooter, secured three medals over two consecutive days at a national shooting meet, saying she put her sport ahead of marriage plans.
Neeru Dhanda, a 27‑year‑old shooter from Haryana, emerged as the standout performer at the recent national shooting championships, adding three medals to her tally in just two days of competition. The medals came in separate events, underscoring her versatility across pistol disciplines.
Speaking to the media after the final event, Dhanda said she has deliberately focused on her training and competition schedule before considering marriage, a decision she described as a personal priority at this stage of her career. She emphasized that the recent successes reinforce her confidence ahead of upcoming international meets.
The Haryana Sports Department praised Dhanda's achievements, noting that her performance adds to the state's growing reputation in shooting sports. Officials indicated that she will receive support for further preparation as she eyes selection for the Asian Games later this year.
Speaking to the media after the final event, Dhanda said she has deliberately focused on her training and competition schedule before considering marriage, a decision she described as a personal priority at this stage of her career. She emphasized that the recent successes reinforce her confidence ahead of upcoming international meets.
The Haryana Sports Department praised Dhanda's achievements, noting that her performance adds to the state's growing reputation in shooting sports. Officials indicated that she will receive support for further preparation as she eyes selection for the Asian Games later this year.