Mona Agarwal Wins Asian Para Games Gold as PM Modi Praises Record-Breaking Performance

Mona Agarwal set a new Asian Para Games record to win shooting gold, prompting congratulations from PM Narendra Modi, who also praised silver medallist Avani Lekhara.

By All India Story

19 Oct 2026, 3:38 PM IST 2 min read

Mona Agarwal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi following India's record-breaking shooting performance at the Asian Para Games 2026 — PM Narendra Modi congratulated Mona Agarwal after her record-breaking gold medal at the Asian Para Games 2026.

Mona Agarwal Asian Para Games gold became a memorable moment for the Indian shooter after Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her for winning the women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya.

Before receiving the message, Mona had expressed confidence that she would hear from the Prime Minister after her record-breaking performance. Asked whether she expected a call from Modi, she responded enthusiastically, saying, "Yes, absolutely!"

The Prime Minister subsequently congratulated her in a message on X, praising her precision, determination and composure. He noted that her outstanding score had established a new Asian Para Games record and made India's opening day of competition even more special.

Modi also wished Mona continued success in the competitions ahead, recognising the significance of her achievement for Indian para shooting.

Avani Lekhara Wins Silver in an All-Indian Podium Finish

India enjoyed further success as Avani Lekhara secured silver in the same event, completing a memorable one-two finish for the country.

Mona claimed gold with 250 points, setting a new Asian Para Games record. Avani finished close behind with 249.6 points, narrowly missing the top position.

Modi congratulated Avani as well, praising her consistency and determination and wishing her success in future competitions.

How Mona Agarwal Clinched the Gold Medal

Avani, the defending champion and a prominent Paralympic shooter, was leading at the halfway stage. However, a score of 9.7 in the fourth series of the second stage allowed Mona to move ahead.

Avani briefly slipped behind South Korea's Yunri Lee and Kazakhstan's Aigerim Tulegenova before fighting back to secure second place.

For Mona, the victory marks another major milestone in a shooting career that began in December 2021. Her record-breaking performance and India's one-two finish highlighted the country's strength in para shooting at the continental competition.