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Aanchal Thakur has become the first Indian to win a medal at an international skiing event, prompting celebration on social media.

The 21-year-old won a bronze medal at the Alpine Ejder 3200 Cup in Turkey, which was organised by the International Ski Federation (FIS).

Winter sports do not get much recognition in India, given that much of the country does not see snowfall.

Thakur told Sport Today she wasn't expecting to get a medal.

Photo: Aanchal Thakur (Getty Images)