New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- Two young archers from Haryana, Kirti and Kushal Dalal, have emerged as examples of how family sacrifices, determination and access to training can help young athletes achieve international success.

Kirti, an Asian Games gold medallist from Ritauli village in Haryana's Jind district, began her journey after coach Udyam Singh recognised her potential at her school in Pillukhera in 2019-20 and encouraged her family to support her training.

Despite financial constraints, her father, Vijay Sharma, initially purchased a second-hand bow for Rs 5,000. When Kirti was selected by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and required better equipment, he borrowed Rs 60,000 from a commission agent to buy a new bow, as per a press ...