Sheetal Devi Named World Archery Para Archer of the Year 2025

Sheetal Devi: The Extraordinary Journey of an Armless Champion

In a historic recognition of human spirit and talent, 19-year-old Sheetal Devi from Jammu & Kashmir has been named the 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery. Her breakthrough performance has redefined possibilities in the sport, making her a global inspiration.

Major Achievements

• World Champion: She became the first armless female archer to win gold at the World Para Archery Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

• Multi-Medallist: In a single championship, she secured a complete set of medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze), demonstrating immense consistency.

• International Tally: Her accolades include a bronze medal at the Paris Paralympics and individual silver medals at the Asian Para Games and Asian Championships.

Technical Brilliance

Born without arms, Sheetal uses a unique technique involving her feet, legs, and shoulder to draw the bow. For TNPSC and Sports aspirants, she represents the pinnacle of resilience and is a key figure in modern Indian sports history under the "Personalities and Awards" module.