Para Shooter Rudransh Khandelwal Receives Arjuna Award, Eyes Future Paralympics Success
Rudransh Khandelwal, awarded the Arjuna Award, celebrates his achievements and aims for future Paralympics medals.
Bharatpur, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : Para shooter Rudransh Khandelwal was honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award by President Droupadi Murmu on November 15, 2026. Hailing from Bharatpur, Khandelwal has made remarkable strides in his career, securing 25 international medals and breaking world records four times.
Following the award ceremony, Khandelwal expressed immense joy and gratitude. He emphasized his desire to bring home more medals for India at the upcoming Paralympics. “I am very happy and proud to receive the Arjuna Award. I owe this achievement to my family, parents, coach, and support team, who have worked tirelessly to help me succeed,” he stated.
Reflecting on his journey, Khandelwal admitted he never imagined reaching such heights. “It has been ten years since I started shooting. Initially, I didn’t think I would get this far. My goal was simply to be part of the Indian team. Once I achieved that, I pushed myself harder and set even bigger goals,” he said. Having participated in the last Paris Paralympics and securing a medal at the Asian Games, he is determined to achieve a podium finish in the next Paralympics. He encourages young athletes to maintain discipline and work hard, assuring them that success will follow.
Khandelwal’s mother was visibly emotional upon her son’s recognition. “I feel very proud today that my son received the Arjuna Award from the President. This is a significant milestone for us. Our journey began in Delhi, and despite the challenges we faced, I believe that when God takes something away, He gives something back,” she remarked.
She continued, “We have moved forward with hope and hard work. I always believed that if he worked hard and won medals, the government would take notice. While he has been recognized before, the Arjuna Award feels like a validation of his efforts. He has captured the President’s attention through his talent, which is a testament to his dedication and the pride of Bharatpur. I teach my students to work quietly, letting their success make the noise, and this perfectly describes my son.”
