Maharashtra Leaders Celebrate Manu Bhaker's Historic Olympic Medal

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputies, Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, hailed Manu Bhaker's achievement of winning India's first Olympic medal in 12 years. Bhaker secured a bronze in the 10m air pistol event at the Paris Games, marking a proud moment for the nation.

Manu Bhaker's historic Olympic achievement has drawn praise from Maharashtra's top political leaders. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, along with his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, celebrated Bhaker's milestone.

Bhaker ended India's 12-year wait for a shooting medal at the Olympics, clinching a bronze in the 10m air pistol event of the Paris Games. Her accomplishment makes her the first Indian markswoman to reach the Olympic podium in this event, evoking widespread national pride.

''Bhaker's success is a proud moment for the countrymen. She has set a positive precedent by winning the country's first medal. I wish her all the best for future competitions,'' lauded CM Shinde. Deputy CM Pawar deemed Bhaker's win a ''good beginning for India in the Olympics,'' further uplifting the aspirations of competitors in diverse sports disciplines.