July 06, 2026 10:07 am (IST)
Indian women cyclists win gold and silver at SAG 2016
Guwahati, Feb 6 (IBNS) India opened its medal tally at the 12th South Asian Games (SAG) with a gold in 30 km women cycling.
India's Vijaylakhmi won the gold and Shobha Devi the silver.
Pakistan's Sabia won the bronze medal.
The 12th South Asian Games, 2016 is the first international multi-sporting mega event in the North Eastern region.
Athletes from eight member countries namely – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be participating.
Around 3500 athletes and sports officials from 8 countries are participating in the biggest ever sporting spectacle in the North East India.
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