Asian Games 2026: PM Modi Congratulates India’s Medal-Winning Athletes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Indian athletes who secured medals at the ongoing Asian Games, praising their performances across squash, kabaddi, shooting, table tennis and athletics.

In a post shared by PMO India, PM Modi congratulated Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar on winning the bronze medal in the Squash Mixed Team event.

Congratulations to @joshnachinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar on winning the Bronze medal in the Squash Mixed Team event at the Asian Games. Their skill and determination are exceptional.

For Joshna, it is her consecutive Asian Games appearances and a medal at every edition since 2010. Her consistency is truly remarkable.

Best wishes to both athletes for the future: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

PM Modi also congratulated India’s women’s kabaddi team after it defeated Iran 37-34 in a closely contested final to retain the Asian Games title.

The Prime Minister praised the players for displaying courage, composure and teamwork during the match.

What a thrilling final and a magnificent Gold for the Women’s Kabaddi Team! Congratulations to our players. The team has displayed remarkable courage, composure and teamwork. India is proud of our Kabaddi champions. Best wishes for many more successes ahead: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/Z32N5FjpDr

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

Prime Minister Modi congratulated India’s men’s kabaddi team after it retained the Asian Games gold with a 40-34 victory over Iran.

The Prime Minister highlighted the team’s determination and said its success would motivate upcoming players.

Champions once again!

Congratulations to our Men’s Kabaddi Team on retaining the Asian Games Gold. Their determination has brought immense pride to the nation. Their success will also motivate several upcoming players.

Best wishes to the entire team for their future endeavours: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

PM Modi also congratulated Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Vinod Kochalumkal and Ashi Chouksey after the trio won the silver medal in the Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions Team event.

India finished with 1,763 points, while China secured gold with 1,773 points and Kazakhstan took bronze with 1,754 points.

A fine display of precision by Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Vinod Kochalumkal and Ashi Chouksey!

Congratulations to them on winning the Silver medal in the Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions Team event at the Asian Games.

May they continue to achieve many more successes in the times to come: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

The Prime Minister congratulated Manush Shah and Diya Chitale after they won the bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles Table Tennis event.

PM Modi said the achievement would encourage more young players to take up the sport and aim higher.

Congratulations to Manush Shah and Diya Chitale on winning the Bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles Table Tennis event at the Asian Games.

This medal adds another proud moment to the rising popularity of Table Tennis in India. Best wishes to them for the future.

Their determination will inspire many young players to take up the sport and aim higher: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

PM Modi also praised Tajinderpal Singh Toor after he won silver in the Men’s Shot Put with a best effort of 20.64 metres.

The Prime Minister highlighted Toor’s consistency and perseverance, describing the latest Asian Games medal as another notable addition to his career.

A splendid performance by @Tajinder_Singh3! Congratulations to him on winning the Silver medal in the Men’s Shot Put at the Asian Games with an impressive throw.

Tajinderpal has consistently brought laurels to the nation through his focus and perseverance. Another Asian Games medal is a fitting addition to his remarkable journey. Wishing him many more successes ahead: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 26, 2026

The medal-winning performances added to India’s campaign across several disciplines at the continental event, with athletes continuing to secure podium finishes in team and individual competitions.

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