Khalsa College student selected for Tokyo Olympics, two more make it to the Indian contingent

Neha Saini

Tribune News Service

Amritsar, April 7

Divyansh Singh Panwar, a budding shooting star from Khalsa College, has been selected for the Tokyo Olympics, sending the whole campus and his teachers in celebratory mood. He will be part of the Indian team going for the Tokyo Olympics scheduled to be held this year.

Divyansh is undergoing a training camps in Delhi presently and his selection was made following his stellar performances in the recent national and international events. Principal Dr Mehal Singh said a history of sort has been made by Panwar, who has ensured the slot for the coveted international event. “Our college has a great sports legacy and we have been at the forefront when it comes to nurturing international level sportspersons. Divyansh’s achievement is tremendous and we hope that he makes the country proud,” said Dr Mehal Singh.

Khalsa College Governing Council Secretary Rajinder Mohan Singh Chhina said it was a matter of great pride that their students has been selected for Olympics.

Panwar, 18, is a student of BCA first year and he had won medals in shooting at Beijing World Cup in 2019. Continuing his winning streak earlier, Divyansh also bagged a gold medal in the 10 meters air rifle team event and a bronze medal in the individual event at the World Shooting Championships held in Delhi last month. So far, he has won a total of 5 gold, 1 silver and 3 bronze medals in the World Cup. He will compete in 10mtr Air rifle event.

 Along with Divyansh, two other shooters, both students of GNDU have also made it to the Indian Olympics contingent for Tokyo Olympics. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar and Sunidhi Chauhan will compete in 50mtr. 3P event.