From Archery To Sailing And Squash, PM Modi Celebrates India’s Asian Games Medallists

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s medal winners at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. He praised Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru, sailors Manu Francis and Prince Noble, and the Indian women’s squash team for their bronze and silver-medal performances.

In a post shared by the PMO India, PM Modi congratulated Ganesh on his bronze in the men’s compound individual event.

The Prime Minister praised his precision under pressure. He lauded his composure and determination, saying the performance had brought immense glory to the country. He further extended his best wishes for Ganesh’s future endeavours.

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…

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 1, 2026

Ganesh defeated Vietnam’s Cong Duc Dang 149-144 in the bronze-medal contest. He produced a composed finish, hitting three successive 10s to secure the medal.

The result marked his second podium finish at the Games after helping India win gold in the men’s team compound event.

In another post shared by the PMO India, PM Modi congratulated Prince Noble and Manu Francis after their silver-medal finish in the men’s skiff event.

PM Modi described the result as a ‘special and spectacular Silver’ and praised their improved performance, skill and determination.

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…

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 1, 2026

The Indian pair finished runners-up to China with 23 net points from nine races. Their result included a victory in Race 3 and second-place finishes in Races 1, 5 and 9.

PM Narendra Modi then congratulated the Indian women’s squash team for winning bronze in a post shared by the PMO India. He praised their spirited effort and resolve. He said the achievement could encourage more youngsters to take up squash.

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 motivate youngsters towards squash, which…

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 1, 2026

India lost 2-1 to Hong Kong in the semi-final. Anahat Singh lost 3-2 to Chan Sin Yuk, before Tanvi Khanna levelled the tie against Lee Ka Yi. Joshna Chinappa then lost 3-0 to Ho Tze Lok, giving India the bronze medal.

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