Meet India's First Woman Winning Arjuna Award In Equestrian

RIVANSHI RAKHRAI

Divyakirti Singh, a resident of Nagaur district in Rajasthan, was recently honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award during the sports awards distribution ceremony by President Draupadi Murmu

Divyakirti is the first woman horse rider from Rajasthan to receive the Arjuna Award, marking a historic achievement in the field of equestrian sports

Divyakirti's father, Vikram Singh, is associated with the Rajasthan Polo Association. Growing up in this environment, she developed a passion for horse riding from a young age

Divyakirti studied at The Palace School in Jaipur and Mayo College in Ajmer. Her father's association with the Polo Association influenced her decision to learn horse riding

Initially starting horse riding as a hobby, Divyakirti gradually turned her passion into a career. She began taking professional training, with her father's support, during her school and college years.

During her training in Europe, Divyakirti participated in numerous national and international competitions, showcasing her skills as an equestrian athlete

In the same year, Divyakirti brought glory to India and Rajasthan by winning a gold medal in horse riding at the Asian Games, making a significant contribution to her sport

Despite not being selected for the Asian Games in 2022, Divyakirti was chosen for the 2023 edition. In this event, she went on to win another gold medal in horse riding

Divyakirti's exceptional performance in the Asian Games, where women traditionally participate less in horsemanship, led to her being honored with the Arjuna Award. She became the first Indian female athlete in Equestrian to receive this prestigious award

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