In Brief
- Elavenil Valarivan wins her first individual Asian Games silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle.
- Her performance marked a significant milestone for India on day one of the 2026 Asian Games.
- Elavenil previously competed at the 2018 Jakarta Games, making 2026 her second Asian Games appearance.
- India secured two silver medals in shooting on the opening day—in both individual and team events.
Elavenil Valarivan delivered a silver-medal performance in the women's 10m air rifle, securing her first individual podium finish at the Asian Games during the 2026 edition. Having previously competed at the 2018 Jakarta Games as a teenager, this marked a triumphant return to the continental stage.
Her achievement contributed to a strong start for the Indian contingent, as the country earned two silver medals in shooting on opening day—including a team silver alongside teammates Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa Vinod. This performance highlights India's continued competitiveness in shooting disciplines at the continental level.
