India celebrated another historic achievement at the Asian Para Games 2026 as para-shooter Mona Agarwal won her second gold medal of the competition.
The Indian shooting star delivered a record-breaking performance in the women’s 50m rifle three positions SH1 event on Friday, October 23.
Her victory helped India reach 27 gold medals, equalling the country’s previous record for the highest number of gold medals won at a single Asian Para Games.
Mona’s achievement was even more special because she set a new world record while winning the final.
The result marked another proud moment for Indian para sports and strengthened the country’s medal campaign in Japan.
Mona Agarwal Wins Second Gold With World Record
Mona Agarwal produced an outstanding performance at the Aichi Prefecture General Shooting Gallery.
Competing in the women’s 50m rifle three positions SH1 final, she scored 357.5 points to win the gold medal.
Her score surpassed the previous world record of 356 points, set by Sweden’s Anna Benson in July 2026.
Mona also improved the existing Asian record.
The competition tested athletes across three shooting positions: kneeling, prone and standing.
Mona maintained her focus throughout the final and finished ahead of several experienced international competitors.
Her victory made her one of India’s standout performers at the Games.
Who Won Silver and Bronze?
China’s Zhang Cuiping secured the silver medal with a score of 353.7 points.
South Korea’s Kim Miyoung claimed bronze with 344.4 points.
India’s Avani Lekhara also competed in the final.
Avani finished fourth with 333.2 points, narrowly missing the medal podium.
Despite missing out in this event, Avani had already contributed to India’s success earlier in the competition.
The performances of both Indian shooters highlighted the country’s growing strength in international para shooting.
Mona Agarwal’s First Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026
Before her latest victory, Mona had already won gold in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 event on October 19.
She scored 250.0 points in that final, setting a new Asian Para Games record.
Her Indian teammate Avani Lekhara finished second with 249.6 points.
The result gave India a memorable gold-and-silver finish on the opening day of competition.
Mona’s first victory provided an excellent start to India’s campaign.
Four days later, she returned to the shooting range and delivered an even more remarkable performance.
With two gold medals and two record-breaking results, Mona has established herself as one of India’s leading athletes at the 2026 Games.
India Equals Its Best-Ever Gold Medal Record
Mona’s second gold helped India equal its previous record of 27 gold medals at the Asian Para Games.
India had achieved that total at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games, held in 2023.
The Hangzhou campaign was historic, with Indian para-athletes winning 111 medals overall.
At the 2026 edition in Aichi-Nagoya, India has once again demonstrated its ability to compete across multiple sports.
According to medal updates published on October 23, India’s tally reached 103 medals, including 27 gold, 33 silver and 43 bronze.
The achievement puts India in a strong position to improve on its previous gold-medal record.
However, the medal standings may change as additional events are completed.
Who Is Mona Agarwal?
Mona Agarwal is an Indian para-shooter who competes in the SH1 classification.
The category includes athletes with eligible physical impairments who can support the weight of their firearm using their arms.
Mona has represented India in major international competitions and earned recognition for her shooting performances.
At the Paris Paralympics in 2024, she won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 event.
She has continued building on that success through international competitions.
Her achievements at the Asian Para Games 2026 represent another important step in her sporting career.
Winning two gold medals at the same Games requires consistency, concentration and the ability to perform under pressure.
Mona has demonstrated all three qualities.
Why Is This Victory Important for Indian Para Sports?
Mona’s achievement represents more than an individual sporting success.
It reflects India’s continued progress in para sports, particularly shooting.
Indian para-athletes have delivered strong performances at recent Paralympic Games and other international competitions.
Their success has helped bring greater attention to accessible sports facilities, specialised coaching and opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
Mona’s performance may also inspire young athletes who want to pursue competitive shooting.
Her results demonstrate that Indian para-shooters can challenge established international records and compete successfully against the world’s best.
What Happens Next for India?
With India equalling its previous gold-medal record, attention now turns to the remaining competitions.
Another gold medal would allow the Indian contingent to establish a new national record for gold medals at a single Asian Para Games.
Athletes across athletics, shooting, archery and other sports will continue competing for podium finishes.
India’s final medal tally will be determined after all events conclude.
For now, Mona Agarwal’s second gold stands as one of the defining moments of the country’s campaign.
Conclusion
The Asian Para Games 2026 have delivered another memorable chapter in Indian sporting history.
Mona Agarwal’s world-record score of 357.5 in the women’s 50m rifle three positions SH1 event secured her second gold medal of the competition.
Her victory also helped India equal its previous record of 27 gold medals.
As the competition continues, India has an opportunity to create a new benchmark for success at the Asian Para Games.
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