Divyalakshya Chauhan makes history, wins gold in shooting

67th National Shooting Championship

New Delhi (Team Newsbuddy) : Divyalakshya Chauhan, a young and talented shooter from Madhya Pradesh, has etched his name in history by securing the Gold Medal in the Special Category in the Trap Shotgun event at the 67th National Shooting Championship, held at the prestigious Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in Delhi. Chauhan’s victory is monumental, as he becomes the first-ever hearing-impaired shooter in India to qualify as a renowned shot and bagged a gold medal at the national level.

Hailing from the quaint village of Panched in Ratlam (M.P) and a student at the Daly College , Indore. Divyalakhsiya’s journey to success has been nothing short of nurturing an ambitious interest by beating the odds by his commitment to passion despite being Hearing impaired.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has lauded Chauhan’s historic feat. Secretary General K Sultan Singh applauded his achievement emphasizing the NRAI’s commitment to nurturing talent across all categories. “We are equally committed to providing world-class facilities and opportunities for athletes in the special categories to grow. Divyalakshya’s success proves that talent & committed hard work can transcend all barriers.

Silver medal medal in tennis

Divyalakshya’s accomplishments extend beyond shooting. He also made waves in tennis, winning a silver medal at the last National Games. Training under the renowned Sajid Lodi Tennis Academy, he has displayed unparalleled dedication to mastering two individual sports.
Sajid Lodi, a great supporter of empowering athletes from special categories, congratulated Divyalakshya, saying, “With discipline and persistent effort, one can achieve national and international accolades. Divyalakshya’s focus and resilience are shining examples of this philosophy, and these traits have also helped him excel in the meditative sport of shooting.”

Divyalakshya’s success story is a testament to the growing inclusive in Indian sports and a beacon of hope for countless aspiring athletes from diverse backgrounds. His journey, marked by discipline, focus, and resilience, is a reminder that with the right guidance and unwavering determination, excellence is within reach. As Divyalakshya sets his sights on future competitions, his achievements inspire athletes and reinforce the importance of fostering talent in all spheres of Indian sports.