Indian Shooting Contingent Geared for Success at Paris Paralympics

Pistol marksman Manish Narwal expressed confidence that the Indian shooting team will surpass its Tokyo Paralympics medal tally at the Paris Games. A 10-member team including Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal, and Narwal will compete from August 30. Intense training and strong preparations are expected to yield significant results.

Pistol marksman Manish Narwal on Saturday expressed confidence that the Indian shooting team will surpass its Tokyo Paralympics medal tally at the upcoming Paris Games, citing the ''intense'' training as a key factor.

A 10-member shooting contingent, including rifle expert Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal, and Narwal, will compete at the Chateauroux Centre near Paris starting August 30.

India had secured two gold, a silver, and two bronze medals at the Tokyo Paralympics. ''Our preparations have been intense, and we are eager to give our best shot in Paris. We aim to surpass our previous performance and bring more medals home,'' Narwal said, reflecting on the team's departure.

(With inputs from agencies.)