Srinagar, Oct 23 (KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council on Friday congratulated para-archer Sheetal Devi for winning two gold medals and a silver at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan, where she also equalled a world record and set new Asian records.
Representing India at the continental event in Aichi–Nagoya, Sheetal won gold in the compound mixed team event alongside Toman Kumar, defeating Indonesia 151-148 in the final.
She clinched her second gold in the women's individual compound event, defeating Singapore's Nur Syahidah Alim 142-138, while she partnered with Payal Nag to win silver in the women's compound doubles event.
Sheetal also delivered record-breaking performances in the qualification rounds. She scored 704 out of 720 points in the women's compound event to equal the existing world record and establish new Asian and Asian Para Games records.
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In the mixed team qualification round, she and Toman Kumar scored 1,402 points to set a new world record, the Sports Council said.
Congratulating the archer, J&K Sports Council Secretary Tazayun Mukhtar said her performance was a matter of pride for Jammu and Kashmir and the country.
She said Sheetal's achievements would inspire young sportspersons, particularly aspiring para-athletes, and demonstrate the potential of athletes from the region.
The Sports Council reiterated its commitment to promoting para-sports, strengthening grassroots participation and providing opportunities for athletes to excel at national and international levels.(KNS)
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