Laxmi Rani Majhi

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A brief profile

Archiman Bhaduri, July 29, 2016: The Times of India

SHOOTING ARROWS AT THE SUN...

Sport is known to change lives and Laxmi Rani Majhi is a good example of that. Majhi's father, who is coal-mine worker, wanted his daughter to have a better life and sent her to school. Not many from among their Santhal tribe in Bagula, Jharkhand, are known to go to schools, but that changed Laxmi's life. A team of Tata Archery Academy scouts led by present national coach Dharmendra Tiwary visited their government school to spot talent. Laxmi was the only one who raised her hand, without knowing anything about the game when Tiwary asked if anybody would love to take up archery.

Her life-changing journey began from there as her determination saw her rise in the game quickly. She has been able to bring her father out of the darkness deep down in the mines.Laxmi's story has also used by Unicef in its campaign to inspire more girls go to schools. She is supported by Olympic Gold Quest too.

On paper, Laxmi is the least experienced among the three Indian women archers in Rio. But the World No. 15 provides the vital balance in the team's shooting plan, firing second in the team event.

Known for her consistent shooting powers, it remains to be seen whether the 27-year-old is able to maintain her composer on the sport's greatest stage where she will take her maiden steps.