Trap Shooting Champion Niru Dhandha Highlights Need for Fair Opportunities

Following an impressive showing at the 2026 Asian Games, trap shooter Niru Dhandha was honored in her hometown of Jind on 14 October. She visited the Jyanthi Devi Temple, performed worship and presented her gold medal to the deity as an offering of thanks. During her remarks, Niru emphasized the importance of perseverance for athletes in any field and appealed to families to grant equal opportunities to both sons and daughters, ensuring that each can pursue their aspirations without bias. She disclosed that a World Championship is slated for fifteen days later, and she is already in preparation mode, with the Olympics also on her radar. Niru’s achievement of two gold medals and one silver has cemented her status as a leading figure in Indian sport.