Ranchi: India’s emerging archer Deepika Kumari was today felicitated by Jharkhand Governor for her gold medal winning performance in the 11th Youth World Archery Championship at Ogden.
Felicitating Kumari, the Governor K Sankaranarayanan said he was proud of her world conquering performance which “reinforced Jharkhand’s distinguished sporting record in the country”.
On July 19, the 15-year-old Ranchi girl had won gold.
Inaugurating Birsa Munda Stadium here, the Governor also felicitated AL Lakra for winning a bronze in the World Senior Boxing championship.
Bureau Report
First Published: Saturday, August 08, 2009, 23:27