Mona Agarwal Wins Second Gold at Asian Para Games with Record
On October 23, 2026, Indian para-shooter Mona Agarwal won gold in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions SH1 event at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games with a world-record score of 357.5 points. This achievement marked her second gold medal of the Games, contributing to India's record total of 114 medals.
Indian para-shooter Mona Agarwal secured her second gold medal of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games. Competing in the women’s 50m rifle 3 positions SH1 event on October 23, 2026, she set a world-record score of 357.5 points. This performance has been a cornerstone of a strong showing for Team India. By the penultimate day of competition, the national squad had reached a total of 114 medals—comprising 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze—representing their most successful finish in the history of the event.
Held every four years, the Asian Para Games offer elite athletes with disabilities a stage to test their skills at the highest level. The current edition in Aichi-Nagoya has proven especially fruitful for the Indian contingent, which has steadily increased its medal count since the Hangzhou 2022 Games. The competition spans a diverse range of disciplines, from shooting and archery to badminton and athletics.
Agarwal’s latest win follows a period of intense preparation. Earlier in the Games, she took gold in the 10m air rifle event, a result that showcased her ability to adapt across different shooting formats. Beyond the scores, her success has brought renewed attention to the para-sports community and the ongoing efforts to improve sports accessibility for athletes with disabilities.
The achievements of the Indian delegation in Aichi-Nagoya carry weight beyond the podium. These results reflect the growing potential of the country's para-athletes to compete and succeed on the international stage. Medals won by competitors like Agarwal serve as a visible record of personal perseverance and the expanding support systems available for para-sports within India.
Looking forward, Agarwal and her teammates appear set to challenge more records in the coming years. The momentum from the 2026 Asian Para Games may encourage further development in training programs and infrastructure, providing better resources for the next generation of athletes. As the team looks toward future international fixtures, the foundation laid during this competition suggests a bright trajectory for para-athletics in the region.
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