Jaipur: Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) marked a moment of pride as student shooter Kushagra Singh Rajawat returned to campus after securing a bronze medal in the Men’s 50m Rifle Prone event at the Deaflympics 2025, held in Tokyo, Japan. His podium finish highlighted India’s growing strength in global sports platforms for differently‑abled athletes and brought international recognition to the university.
Rajawat displayed remarkable composure and technical skill during the highly competitive event, delivering consistent scores that secured him a place among the top shooters on the global stage. University officials said his achievement is the result of years of dedicated training, discipline, and an unwavering drive to excel in the sport.
Upon his arrival at the MUJ campus, Rajawat was greeted with enthusiastic applause from students, faculty members and staff, who gathered to celebrate his success. The warm reception underscored the collective pride of the institution in his accomplishment.
Senior leadership of Manipal University Jaipur — President Dr. Niti Nipun Sharma, Pro‑President Dr. Karunakar A. Kotegar, Provost Dr. Nitu Bhatnagar and other university officials — personally felicitated Rajawat and congratulated his family. They described the achievement as a milestone that will motivate young sportspersons across the university.
Dr. Sharma said Rajawat’s performance at an international event like the Deaflympics serves as a strong source of inspiration for students, especially those aspiring to excel in professional sports. She reiterated MUJ’s commitment to fostering sporting excellence by providing state‑of‑the‑art facilities, expert coaching and a supportive environment for athletes.
She also highlighted the importance of inclusive sporting platforms such as the Deaflympics, which offer talented differently‑abled athletes the opportunity to compete globally and demonstrate their skills on a prestigious stage.
The university leadership praised Rajawat for enhancing MUJ’s standing in the field of sports while simultaneously strengthening India’s representation in para‑sport disciplines. They emphasized that his performance reflects the combined force of personal determination, strategic training and institutional encouragement.
The accomplishment is expected to energize MUJ’s sports community and encourage more students to pursue competitive opportunities in national and international arenas. Officials noted that the university continues to expand its support system for athletes through structured development programs and performance‑driven initiatives.
Rajawat’s bronze medal adds to India’s growing medal tally at the Deaflympics and showcases emerging talent in rifle shooting among differently‑abled athletes. His achievement marks a significant step in his sporting career and sets the benchmark for future athletes from MUJ and beyond.
As celebrations continued on campus, university representatives affirmed that Rajawat’s success story will remain a powerful motivation for current and upcoming generations, reinforcing MUJ’s vision of empowering youth through education, sportsmanship and inclusion.
