Asian Games: PM Modi Applauds India’s Medal-Winning Performances In Squash, Sailing And Archery

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India’s women’s squash team and compound archer Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru after they won bronze medals at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

Congratulations to Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru on his hard-fought victory in the Men’s Compound Individual Bronze Medal Match at the Asian Games. With precision under pressure, remarkable composure and an unyielding spirit, Ganesh has brought immense glory. Best wishes to him…

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He also congratulated sailors Manu Francis and Prince Kurisinkal Noble after they secured silver in the men’s skiff event.

A special and spectacular Silver!

Congrats to Prince Noble and Manu Francis on winning the Silver Medal in the Men’s Skiff event at the Asian Games 2026.

They bettered their previous performances and did well by reaching the podium this time. It has truly been a remarkable…

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PM Modi said the squash team’s podium finish reflected its determination and could inspire more young Indians to pursue the sport.

Proud of the Indian Women’s Squash Team for winning the Bronze Medal at the Asian Games 2026. Congrats to them for a spirited effort. They played with great resolve and secured a richly deserved place on the podium. This success will also motivate youngsters towards squash, which…

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He described the sailors’ silver as a notable achievement, highlighting their improved performance and disciplined effort throughout the competition.

The Prime Minister also commended Ganesh for maintaining his composure and precision during his bronze-medal contest.

India claimed the women’s squash bronze after Hong Kong defeated the team 2-1 in a tightly contested semifinal at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena.

Anahat Singh fought through a lengthy encounter against Chan Sin Yuk but ultimately fell 3-2.

Tanvi Khanna brought India level by overcoming Lee Ka Yi in a comeback victory.

However, Joshna Chinappa could not secure the deciding match, losing 3-0 to Ho Tze Lok.

Francis and Noble opened India’s sailing medal tally by finishing runners-up to China in the men’s skiff competition.

The Indian pair collected 23 net points from nine races after their sixth-place result in Race 8 was discarded.

They won the third race and recorded second-place finishes in the first, fifth and ninth races.

Ganesh defeated Vietnam’s Cong Duc Dang 149-144 to take bronze in the men’s compound individual event.

He delivered a composed finish, striking three consecutive 10s to reach 149 points and pull away from his opponent.

The medal marked Ganesh’s second podium finish at Aichi-Nagoya after he helped India secure gold in the men’s team event on Wednesday.

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