Young Archer Aadhya Devadiga Emerges as Rising Star in Indian Field Archery

Young Archer Aadhya Devadiga Emerges as Rising Star in Indian Field Archery

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, May 25, 2026: Twelve-year-old archery sensation Aadhya Suman Devadiga has rapidly emerged as one of India’s most promising young talents in field archery, winning multiple medals at district, state and national championships within months of taking up the sport.

Born to Suman Devadiga Kanwatheertha and Kshama Suman Devadiga Padil, originally from Mangaluru and now settled in Mumbai, Aadhya studies at Bombay Cambridge International School and recently completed Class 7.

Aadhya began her archery journey in September 2024 and quickly rose through the ranks under the guidance of coach Vinayak Nair at Sagittarius Sports Club. During the 2024-25 season, she won 22 medals and trophies across district, state and national competitions.

Her achievements include podium finishes in district indoor and outdoor championships, silver medals at state indoor events and three gold medals at the Prabodhan Kridha State Outdoor Championship.

At the national level, Aadhya clinched an individual gold medal and team bronze at the National Indoor Championship 2024-25. She also secured silver at the National E-Championship and won the Overall Gold Trophy at the Outdoor National Competition.

Continuing her impressive run in 2026, Aadhya won one gold, two silver and one bronze medal at the National Field Archery Competition held in Alibaug, Maharashtra, in January. In April, she added two silver medals at the 7th FAAI National E-Championship in both Under-14 and Under-17 categories.

Her biggest achievement came at the 12th National Field Archery Championship held in Palghar, Maharashtra, from May 16 to 19, where she secured first place overall in the Cubs Girls category and lifted the prestigious Gold Trophy.

The championships were organised by the Field Archery Association of Maharashtra under the aegis of the Field Archery Association of India.

With a remarkable medal tally at a young age, Aadhya is now being recognised as a rising force in Indian archery. She aims to represent India at the 2028 Olympic Games and bring laurels to the country.