However, Meghana closed the gap and was in contention for the top podium finish but finally missed out in the 24-shot final.

In the qualification round, Ananya finished eighth, while state-mate Arya Rajesh Borse topped with a score of 633.3.

Nithin gave a consistent performance both in the qualifications and the final, maintaining her position in the top three. She qualified second with a score of 632.9 points.

In the 10m air rifle junior women’s event, Gautami Bhanot secured the first position with a score of 251.5. Gautami took the silver, while Disha Dhankar (Haryana) bagged the bronze with a score of 229.9 points.