Fri Dec 20 13:04:21 UTC 2024: ## Former Archery Medalist Achieves Success as Agricultural Scientist
**Hyderabad, December 20, 2024** – G.P. Sandeep, a former national-level archer, has successfully transitioned from the sports field to a career as an agricultural scientist. Sandeep, a 27-year-old native of Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, secured a position after passing the Agricultural Research Services (ARS) exam conducted by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB).
His journey began at the Telangana Sports School in Hakimpet, where he trained under renowned coach P. Ravishanker. Sandeep’s talent in archery led him to win a silver medal at the 2017 Junior Nationals. However, his academic pursuits continued alongside his athletic career. He holds an MSc in Agriculture from PJTA University and a PhD from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Bengaluru.
Sandeep expressed gratitude towards his coaches and instructors for their support in his development, highlighting the pivotal role they played in his success. He aims to leverage his skills and knowledge to contribute to the socio-economic development of farmers across the country.
Coach Ravishanker lauded Sandeep’s achievement, emphasizing the importance of sports schools in fostering both athletic and academic excellence. He also called for the government to regularize the services of these schools to benefit more aspiring athletes. Sandeep’s story serves as an inspiration for athletes seeking to balance sporting achievements with academic success.
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