Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to shooters Parineet Dhaliwal, Maheshwari Chauhan and Raiza Dhillon after the trio secured a bronze medal in the women’s skeet team event, adding another feather to India’s growing cap in international shooting competitions.

In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister praised the athletes for their grit, precision and unwavering focus that helped them clinch the podium finish on the global stage. He noted that their achievement reflects the rising standard of Indian shooters and serves as an inspiration for young athletes across the country aspiring to take up the sport.

The Prime Minister said that the success of the women’s skeet team is a testament to years of rigorous training and dedication, and it reaffirms India’s steady progress in shotgun shooting disciplines, which have traditionally been dominated by other nations.

Parineet Dhaliwal, Maheshwari Chauhan and Raiza Dhillon have been consistent performers on the domestic and international shooting circuit, and their bronze medal win is expected to boost the morale of the Indian shooting contingent ahead of upcoming major tournaments, including continental and world championships.

Sports officials and shooting federation members also lauded the trio, stating that such results strengthen India’s medal prospects in future multi-sport events. The Prime Minister’s congratulatory message has been widely welcomed by sports enthusiasts and the shooting fraternity, who see this as a significant step in India’s journey toward becoming a stronger force in shooting sports on the world stage.