Manu Bhaker Makes History as First Indian Woman to Win Olympic Shooting Medal

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar and other leaders praise Manu Bhaker for earning India's first Olympic shooting medal for a woman, sparking national pride and inspiring countless young girls. Bhaker secured a bronze medal in the Women's Air Pistol event at the Paris Olympics 2024.

Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankar, lauded Manu Bhaker for becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting, stating that her victory will inspire countless young girls. Dhankar congratulated Bhaker on winning the bronze medal in the 10-metre Air Pistol event at the Paris Olympics 2024, noting that she not only opened India's medal tally but also inspired future generations.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also praised Bhaker for her stellar performance in the Women's Air Pistol event, expressing national pride over her bronze medal achievement. In his tweet, Shah highlighted the wave of euphoria Bhaker's victory has sent across the nation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined in, calling Bhaker's accomplishment historic and emphasizing her role as the first Indian woman to win an Olympic shooting medal. Bhaker's bronze marked India's first medal in the ongoing Paris Olympics, with her score of 221.7 points. South Korea's Ye Jin claimed gold with an Olympic record of 243.2 points, while compatriot Kim Yeji won silver with 241.3 points.

(With inputs from agencies.)