Avani Lekhara takes silver in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 at the Asian Para Games
19 October 2026
Avani Lekhara has won the silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. The Prime Minister congratulated her on the score, her consistency and her determination, and said her performance continues to make the nation proud. The gold in the same event went to Mona Agarwal, who set a new Asian Para Games record. The two medals came on India's opening day of competition at the Games.
Medal:
Silver
Event:
Women's 10m air rifle standing SH1
Gold in same event:
Mona Agarwal
Why it matters for exams: Avani Lekhara is among the most frequently asked Indian para shooters, and the gold-silver pair in one event is an easy question to set.
Kerala PSCUPSC