The first time Ashi Chouksey picked up a rifle, she shot 49 out of 50. But natural talent was only the beginning. Introduced to shooting through NCC while still in school, Ashi quickly showed an instinct for the sport. Her ability across all three positions - kneeling, prone and standing - stood out from the start. A first state competition brought her first gold medal, setting her on a journey that would take her from the shooting range in Bhopal to the international stage. What has remained constant throughout that journey is her discipline. Even today, Ashi travels around 25-27 kilometres to train, maintaining the same commitment that has defined her career from the beginning. Over time, she has developed not only technically but mentally, growing into one of India’s leading 50m rifle 3 positions shooters. At the 2025 National Games, she produced a remarkable 598/600 in qualification - setting a new national record, before winning gold in the event. Ashi has already experienced the Asian Games podium, winning medals at Hangzhou. But the colour of those medals is something she wants to change. After three consecutive Asian Games medals - two silver and one bronze, Ashi returns with one goal in mind: gold. With a strong support system at Reliance Foundation Sports and the same discipline that has carried her from her first 49/50, Ashi is ready to take aim at the next chapter. Watch Ashi Chouksey’s story on the Reliance Foundation Sports YouTube channel.