Bengaluru, Jan 21: Demonstrating exceptional precision, composure, and competitive excellence, Nidhi Mittal, an IBDP Year 2 student from Greenwood High International Campus, Sarjapur, has won the Gold Medal in the Girls’ Under-19 Peep Sight Air Rifle event at the 69th National School Games (SGFI), held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh recently. Competing against 78 of India’s top young shooters chosen through competitions from all International Curriculum schools (ISSO), State boards, CBSE, ICSE, and other approved curriculum bodies from India, Nidhi scored 419.2 to claim the first place – a remarkable achievement that reflects her dedication, focus, and sporting excellence, as she tops India among school students in this event. Nidhi had earlier secured the gold medal at ISSO to qualify for SGFI.
The National School Games, organised by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), represent one of the most prestigious platforms for school athletes in the country, bringing together elite talent selected through rigorous qualifying competitions nationwide. The School Games Federation of India (SGFI) is the national governing body for school sports, promoting excellence through structured training and competitions while ensuring a safe, transparent, and dope-free sporting environment that nurtures character and leadership among young athletes.
“Winning the gold medal at the National School Games is a deeply rewarding moment for me. Competing against the best young shooters from across the country tested my focus and discipline, and I am grateful to my coaches, mentors, and Greenwood High for their constant guidance and support. This milestone has strengthened my motivation to pursue shooting more seriously at the university level, with a long-term goal of representing India on the international stage.” said Ms. Nidhi Mittal, an IBDP Year 2 student from Greenwood High International School.
“We are immensely proud of Nidhi’s remarkable accomplishment at the National School Games. Her success is a reflection of her discipline, focus, and perseverance, as well as the strong sporting ecosystem at Greenwood High. We are confident that this is only the beginning of a promising journey for her in competitive shooting.” stated Mrs. Niru Agarwal, Managing Trustee of Greenwood High International School.
Nidhi has an impressive track record of competitive shooting. Among her achievements are two gold medals with the senior and junior teams, besides an individual bronze medal in the sub-youth category at the 12th Karnataka State Championship, July 2024. She has also achieved an overall state ranking of 6th.
Nidhi intends to continue pursuing competitive shooting during her university years, with aspirations to represent India and earn medals at the international level. Her achievement stands as a testament to Greenwood High’s continued commitment to nurturing excellence across academics and sports, empowering students to perform with confidence on national and global stages.