Madhya Pradesh Sports Roundup Neeru Dhanda Felicitated For Asian Games Glory, Archita Wins Bronze, Emerald Heights Shine In Basketball, RGPV Cricket Begins
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Vishvas Sarang felicitated ace shooter Neeru Dhanda in Bhopal on Friday after her outstanding three-medal campaign at the Asian Games 2026. Sarang said Neeru’s success reflected years of hard work, discipline and dedication, and had brought immense pride to Madhya Pradesh. “Her success will serve as a profound source of inspiration for…
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Sports Minister Vishvas Sarang honored shooter Neeru Dhanda on Friday for her impressive medal haul at the upcoming Asian Games 2026. Sarang praised Neeru's years of hard work and dedication, noting that her success would inspire other athletes in the state, particularly young women. The minister expressed his hope for Neeru's continued triumphs.
Neeru finished the Asian Games with two gold medals and a silver, becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual gold in a shotgun event at the Asian Games. Emerald Heights International School began their tournament in the All India IPSC Basketball with a commanding 44-7 victory over Kittur Rani Military School, with Pawan Dubey and Roli Pandya leading the scoring.
In other athletics news, Madhya Pradesh's Archita Chouhan claimed bronze in the Under-20 girls' 5,000m at the 41st National Junior Athletics Championship in Chennai on the first day of the event. Archita ran the race in 17 minutes 36.25 seconds, while Radharaman RGPV Nodal Cricket Tournament kicked off at Radharaman Engineering College with 15 college teams set to compete for the title.
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