Prime Minister
Among the standout performances recognized by the Prime Minister was that of
Success Across Athletics and Shooting
The Indian athletics contingent saw further success in the men's javelin throw F53/54 event, where Pradeep Kumar claimed the silver medal with a personal best performance. This marks his second consecutive silver at the Asian Para Games. Sharing the podium was debutant Ayush Verma, who also recorded a personal best to secure the bronze medal. Additionally, Praveen Sharma earned praise for his dedication and preparation after clinching bronze in the men's shot put F11 event.
In the shooting arena, Manish Narwal added to the national tally by winning the silver medal in the men's 10m air pistol SH1 event. The Prime Minister lauded Narwal for his focus and commitment, noting that the athlete continues to distinguish himself through his consistent performances in high-pressure environments.
Milestones in Para Table Tennis
The Indian para table tennis team also reached significant milestones during the competition. Prachi Pandey made history by becoming the first Indian to secure a medal in the women's singles Class 6 event, claiming bronze in her debut appearance. The Prime Minister hailed this as a pathbreaking achievement for the sport in India.
The success continued with Jehan Dorab Madan, who secured a bronze medal in the men's singles Class 1 event. In his messages to the athletes, the Prime Minister emphasized that these results are a reflection of the passion, skill, and rigorous training of the Indian contingent, expressing his best wishes for their future endeavors as they continue to represent the nation on the international circuit.
