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title: "Asian Games Silver: CM Congratulates Thiruvambady Shooter Vidarsa K Vinod"
english_title: "CM Congratulates Vidarsa K Vinod on Asian Games Silver"
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published_at: "2026-09-20T18:16:00+05:30"
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# Asian Games Silver: CM Congratulates Thiruvambady Shooter Vidarsa K Vinod

> **Lead Summary:** **Thiruvananthapuram:** Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan congratulated Kozhikode’s Thiruvambady native Vidarsa K Vinod after she won a silver medal in the women’s 10-metre air rifle team event at the Asian Games. Vidarsa, competing alongside Elavenil Valarivan and Sonam Maskar, helped India secure its first medal of the 2026 Asian Games.

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**Thiruvananthapuram:** Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan congratulated Kozhikode’s Thiruvambady native Vidarsa K Vinod after she won a silver medal in the women’s 10-metre air rifle team event at the Asian Games. Vidarsa, competing alongside Elavenil Valarivan and Sonam Maskar, helped India secure its first medal of the 2026 Asian Games.

The achievement also marked a historic milestone for Kerala, with Vidarsa becoming the first Malayali athlete to win a medal in shooting at the Asian Games. It was also her debut appearance at the continental multi-sport event.

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan spoke to Vidarsa by phone and conveyed his congratulations and best wishes. He described the achievement as a source of pride for Kerala and said that Vidarsa had brought recognition to the state through her performance. Satheesan also said that the state would extend its support and assistance to the shooter.

The Indian team comprising Vidarsa, Elavenil Valarivan and Sonam Maskar finished with 1898 points to win the silver medal. China took gold with 1904.2 points, while Japan won bronze with 1897.1 points.

Vidarsa’s silver came in her first Asian Games appearance. She is also scheduled to compete in the women’s 50-metre rifle three-position event on September 26. Reports have noted that this is the event on which she places particular emphasis.

The Kerala government is also preparing to honour Vidarsa after she returns home. According to reports, Sports Minister O.J. Janeesh has also congratulated her, while Agriculture Minister T. Siddiq is scheduled to visit her home in Thiruvambady.

The government is expected to discuss further encouragement and rewards for Vidarsa with the Chief Minister and the Sports and Youth Affairs Minister. The achievement is also being viewed by state officials as an important source of encouragement for other children entering the field of shooting and competitive sports.

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