Mona Agarwal Shines at Asian Para Games with Two Gold Medals

Mona Agarwal Celebrates Historic Asian Para Games Success

Indian para-shooter Mona Agarwal expressed her joy following a remarkable performance at the Asian Para Games, where she earned two gold medals. The Indian contingent returned home to a warm reception after achieving a record total of 114 medals, which included 30 golds. Among these, Mona secured gold in both the women's 10 m air rifle SH1 and the women's 50 m rifle three positions SH1 events.

Mona's Reflections on Her Achievements

Upon her arrival at Delhi Airport, Mona shared her excitement, stating, "Winning two gold medals and setting five records is a tremendous accomplishment for me. Being a flag-bearer was a dream realized. The facilities in Japan were excellent. I dedicate these medals to my family and my entire team, whose unwavering support was crucial to my success." She also acknowledged the assistance she received through the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) under the Sports Authority of India (SAI), which has been instrumental in covering her expenses and providing a support team from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI).

Record-Breaking Performance in Shooting

Mona set new Asian Para Games records in the 10m Air Rifle SH1 category during both the qualification and final rounds, achieving scores of 629.1 and 250.0 respectively. Additionally, she established a world record in the women's 50m Rifle 3 positions SH1 with a score of 357.5.

India's Historic Medal Tally

India wrapped up its participation in the 2026 Asian Para Games with an unprecedented total of 114 medals, which included 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze. This performance marked a significant improvement over the previous edition, where the country secured 108 medals, comprising 27 gold, 32 silver, and 49 bronze. Notably, the Indian team at Aichi-Nagoya was smaller, with 168 para-athletes compared to 309 at Hangzhou, yet they exceeded expectations with their outstanding achievements.