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Jaipur's Mona Agrawal Wins Gold in 10m Air Rifle at Nagoya Para Asian Games
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 03:37 PM
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Mona Agrawal of Jaipur clinched gold with a score of 250 in the 10m air rifle SH1 event at the Para Asian Games in Nagoya, while teammate Avni Lekhra secured silver with 249.6 points.
Jaipur's Mona Agrawal emerged as the champion in the 10-meter air rifle SH1 category at the Para Asian Games held in Nagoya, Japan. She posted a total of 250 points, edging out her nearest rival by a narrow margin.
Avni Lekhra, also representing India, finished second with a score of 249.6 points, securing the silver medal. The competition was decided by a slim 0.4‑point difference between the two shooters.
Both athletes' performances highlighted India's growing strength in para shooting disciplines on the Asian stage, marking a significant achievement for the country's Paralympic program.
The event, part of the broader Para Asian Games schedule, drew participants from across the continent, with the Indian shooters demonstrating consistency and composure under pressure.
Mona Agrawal's gold medal adds to India's medal tally and underscores the potential of athletes from Rajasthan in international para sports.
Avni Lekhra, also representing India, finished second with a score of 249.6 points, securing the silver medal. The competition was decided by a slim 0.4‑point difference between the two shooters.
Both athletes' performances highlighted India's growing strength in para shooting disciplines on the Asian stage, marking a significant achievement for the country's Paralympic program.
The event, part of the broader Para Asian Games schedule, drew participants from across the continent, with the Indian shooters demonstrating consistency and composure under pressure.
Mona Agrawal's gold medal adds to India's medal tally and underscores the potential of athletes from Rajasthan in international para sports.