New Delhi
Rising para-archer Payal Nag has expressed deep gratitude toward her support system following her recent medal-winning performances. The athlete credited her success on the international stage to the unwavering guidance of her coaches and the essential resources provided by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
Nag, who has become a prominent name in Indian para-archery, emphasized that her achievements were the result of collective effort. “I was able to give medals to India because of my coaches,” she stated, highlighting the specialized training and mental conditioning she received at the Katra-based sports complex. She noted that the Shrine Board’s commitment to providing world-class facilities for para-athletes played a pivotal role in her development.
The Shrine Board’s sports wing has been instrumental in nurturing talent from the region, offering a dedicated environment for athletes to hone their skills. For Nag, the journey from local training grounds to representing the nation involved overcoming significant physical and logistical hurdles and challenges she says were made manageable by her mentors.
By attributing her victories to her training environment, Nag hopes to inspire other aspiring para-athletes to pursue their dreams. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that while the athlete stands on the podium alone, a vast network of dedicated professionals and supportive institutions stands behind every medal won for the country.
