Asian Games 2026: Indian Women's Air Rifle Team Wins Silver, Leaders Extend Congratulations

In a notable performance at the Asian Games 2026, India's women's 10 metre air rifle team earned a silver medal, prompting a wave of accolades from top officials. President Droupadi Murmu, using her X handle, congratulated Ilavenil Vallarivan, Vidarsha Vinod and Sonam Uttam Maskar, citing the medal as a boost to national pride. Home Minister Amit Shah, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister Kiren Rijiju and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath each posted messages celebrating the athletes' success and encouraging them for future contests.