Asian Games 2026: PM Modi, Amit Shah Congratulate Neeru Dhanda On Historic Trap Gold

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian shooter Neeru Dhanda on winning gold in the Women’s Trap event at the Asian Games, describing the achievement as a historic moment for India.

In a post shared by the PMO India, PM Modi said Dhanda had become the first Indian woman to win an individual gold medal in Trap at the Asian Games. He further praised her exceptional accuracy and composure and said her achievement had brought immense pride to the nation.

“Neeru Dhanda has given India a historic moment to celebrate!” PM Modi said, adding that her success would encourage more young sportspersons to take up shooting and aim for the highest honours.

Neeru Dhanda has given India a historic moment to celebrate!

Congratulations to her on becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual Gold in Trap at the Asian Games.

Her exceptional accuracy and composure have brought immense pride to the nation. This achievement will… pic.twitter.com/dm2anofsDQ

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 29, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also congratulated Dhanda, calling her victory an ‘extraordinary feat’ on her Asian Games debut.

“A Golden Chapter Created!🥇,” Shah wrote in a social media post.

The Minister said Dhanda had become the first Indian shooter to win an individual gold medal in Women’s Trap at the Asian Games.

Shah highlighted that her performance set a new Asian Record and Asian Games Record. He further expressed pride in the shooter’s achievement and congratulated her on the landmark performance.

A Golden Chapter Created! 🥇
Heartiest congratulations to Neeru on becoming the first Indian shooter to win an individual Gold Medal in Women’s Trap at the #AsianGames2026. An extraordinary feat by an Asian Games debutant, capped by a new Asian Record and Asian Games Record. We… pic.twitter.com/nXMC9BTVda

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 29, 2026

Dhanda’s gold marks a significant moment for Indian shooting at the Asian Games, with her victory combining a historic first for an Indian woman in the event with record-setting performances. Her achievement adds to India’s medal campaign and highlights the growing presence of Indian shooters on the continental stage.

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