- Full Name: Deepika Kumari
- Date of Birth: 13 June 1994
- Place of Birth: Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
- Deepika grew up in a modest family and began her journey in archery using homemade bows and arrows. Her natural talent was evident from a young age, and she later received formal training at the Tata Archery Academy in Jamshedpur.
- Event: Cadet Individual Recurve
- Achievement: Deepika Kumari made headlines by winning the gold medal in the cadet individual recurve category, becoming the first Indian archer to achieve this feat at the World Archery Championships.
- Significance: This victory marked her emergence as a promising talent in the international archery scene and brought attention to Indian archery on a global platform.
- Event: Junior Individual Recurve
- Achievement: Deepika continued her winning streak by claiming the gold medal in the junior individual recurve category. This back-to-back triumph solidified her reputation as one of the world’s leading young archers.
- Impact: Her consistent performance in major international tournaments highlighted India’s growing prowess in archery and inspired many young athletes to pursue the sport.
- Commonwealth Games 2010: Deepika won two gold medals, one in the individual event and another in the team event, further establishing her dominance.
- Olympic Appearances: Deepika has represented India in multiple Olympic Games, bringing valuable experience and exposure to the national team.
- World Cup Victories: She has won several medals in Archery World Cup events, including gold medals in individual and team events.
- Awards: Deepika Kumari has been honored with prestigious awards, including the Arjuna Award in 2012 and the Padma Shri in 2016, recognizing her contributions to Indian sports.
- Inspiration: Her journey from a rural background to becoming a world-class archer has made her a role model for aspiring athletes, particularly young girls from similar backgrounds.
- Contribution to Indian Archery: Deepika’s success has played a pivotal role in popularizing archery in India. Her achievements have encouraged greater investment in the sport and the development of infrastructure and training programs for young archers.
- Ongoing Career: As of today, Deepika continues to compete at the highest levels, aiming for further success in international competitions and contributing to the rise of Indian archery on the global stage.
