Srinagar, Sep 11: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday congratulated para archer Sheetal Devi on winning the gold medal at the World Archery Para Series 2026, Stage III, describing her achievement as a proud moment for the nation.
The Chief Minister’s Office, in a post on X, said Omar hailed Devi’s remarkable performance in the tournament and wished her continued success in her future endeavours.
Devi won the gold medal in the Women’s Compound Individual event and also secured a bronze medal in the Compound Mixed Team event.
The 19-year-old archer, who hails from Kishtwar district of Jammu region, clinched her maiden individual gold medal in the compound women’s final at the World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad.
Her achievement has brought further recognition to Jammu and Kashmir’s growing contribution to Indian para-sports.
