NTPC congratulates Sheetal Devi on her historic achievement

Sheetal Devi creates history as India’s first-ever Individual Para Archery World Champion

NTPC associated with Archery Association of India since 2018 to promote archery across the nation

Mumbai, Sept 2025 : NTPC Limited has congratulated Sheetal Devi on achieving the historic feat of becoming India’s first-ever Individual Para Archery World Champion. This rare and remarkable achievement by Sheetal Devi is a proud moment for the nation and serves as an inspiration for thousands across the globe to overcome challenges and emerge triumphant. She secured the Gold Medal in the Compound Women’s Individual category at the World Archery Para Championships 2025 held in Gwangju, South Korea. This landmark victory stands as a testament to her extraordinary talent, perseverance, and determination, inspiring millions. 

NTPC Limited takes immense pride in its association with the Archery Association of India (AAI) and its continued commitment to nurturing and promoting archery across the nation. NTPC has been supporting the growth of the sport since 2018, reinforcing its vision of nation-building by empowering youth, fostering sporting excellence, and strengthening India’s presence on the global sporting stage.

As part of this commitment, NTPC recently signed a renewed agreement with the Archery Association of India to extend financial support of ₹2,420 lakh over the next four years for the promotion and development of archery across the country. Through this partnership, NTPC’s support will facilitate the conduct of National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRATs), National Archery Championships (NACs), Para National Archery Championships (PNACs), and the provision of kits and uniforms for the Indian Archery Teams participating in international tournaments. This collaboration underlines NTPC’s dedication to advancing India’s sporting ecosystem and enabling athletes to achieve global recognition through sustained support and infrastructure development.