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Kumkum Mohod Sets Sights on Olympic Archery Glory
✍️ Rediff
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 07:47 PM
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Indian archery prodigy Kumkum Mohod has announced her ambition to compete in the upcoming Olympics, aiming to bring home a medal for the country.
Kumkum Mohod, a 17‑year‑old archery talent from India, has publicly declared her intent to qualify for the next Olympic Games, setting her sights on a podium finish for her nation.
The young archer has already amassed a series of impressive accolades, including multiple national championships and a bronze medal at the Junior World Archery Championships. Her rapid rise has earned her recognition as one of India’s brightest prospects in the sport.
Under the guidance of coach Sandeep Kumar, Mohod trains intensively at the National Archery Academy, focusing on precision, consistency, and mental fortitude. She has participated in several international meets, gaining valuable experience against top‑ranked competitors.
Mohod’s Olympic dream reflects a broader ambition to elevate Indian archery on the world stage. If she secures a berth, she would become one of the youngest Indian archers to represent the country at the Olympics, inspiring a new generation of athletes.
The young archer has already amassed a series of impressive accolades, including multiple national championships and a bronze medal at the Junior World Archery Championships. Her rapid rise has earned her recognition as one of India’s brightest prospects in the sport.
Under the guidance of coach Sandeep Kumar, Mohod trains intensively at the National Archery Academy, focusing on precision, consistency, and mental fortitude. She has participated in several international meets, gaining valuable experience against top‑ranked competitors.
Mohod’s Olympic dream reflects a broader ambition to elevate Indian archery on the world stage. If she secures a berth, she would become one of the youngest Indian archers to represent the country at the Olympics, inspiring a new generation of athletes.