Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated seven Indian athletes for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Para Games 2026, praising their dedication, determination and pursuit of sporting excellence.
Deepthi Jeevanji retained her women’s 400m T20 title by setting a Games record. PM Modi said her achievement reflected the spirit of a champion and would motivate young athletes.
A champion who keeps redefining excellence!
Deepthi Jeevanji has once again won Gold in the Women’s 400m T20 at the Asian Para Games, defending her title with a phenomenal Games Record. To retain a title while improving one’s performance is a remarkable accomplishment indeed.
She has demonstrated the true spirit of a champion. Her success will inspire countless young athletes. My best wishes: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
The Prime Minister congratulated Manish Narwal on winning silver in the men’s 10m air pistol SH1 event. He commended the shooter’s focus and commitment.
Manish Narwal has delivered an impressive performance to win Silver in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 event at the Asian Para Games 2026 with an impressive score. Manish continues to distinguish himself through his focus and commitment. Congratulations and best wishes for the endeavours ahead: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
In men’s javelin throw F53/54, Pradeep Kumar claimed silver with a personal best, while Ayush Verma secured bronze on his Asian Para Games debut, also achieving a personal best. PM Modi praised their consistency and progress.
Consistency and excellence shine together!
Pradeep Kumar has secured his second consecutive Asian Para Games Silver in the Men’s Javelin Throw F53/54 event with a Personal Best. His progress over the years highlights his commitment to constantly improving and pushing his limits. Congrats to him on a commendable performance. My best wishes to him for all his future endeavours: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
A memorable debut for Ayush Verma! Congrats to him for winning the Bronze in the Men’s Javelin Throw F53/54 event, recording a Personal Best. May he build on this success and continue making a mark in the sporting arena. My best wishes: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
Praveen Sharma earned bronze in the men’s shot put F11 event. PM Modi credited his success to courage, preparation and dedication, and wished him well for future competitions.
Congratulations to Praveen Sharma for winning the Bronze in the Men’s Shot Put F11 event. This achievement is a reflection of his courage, preparation and dedication. My best wishes for the endeavours ahead: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
Para table tennis player Prachi Pandey created history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal in the women’s singles Class 6 event at the Asian Para Games. She secured bronze on her debut.
PM Modi described her performance as a landmark achievement for Indian para table tennis and congratulated her on breaking new ground.
A historic first for Indian Para Table Tennis!
Prachi Pandey has achieved something truly special, becoming the first Indian to win a medal in the Women’s Singles Class 6 event at the Asian Para Games. Her Bronze Medal, won on debut, is an important milestone.
Congratulations on this pathbreaking achievement: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
Jehan Dorab Madan won bronze in the men’s singles Class 1 para table tennis event. The Prime Minister praised his passion and skills, expressing hope that he would continue achieving success.
India’s Para Table Tennis contingent continues to make us very proud.
Jehan Dorab Madan has won a Bronze Medal in the Men’s Singles Class 1 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. His success is a reflection of his passion and skills.
May he keep scaling new heights of success in the times to come: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 20, 2026
The seven athletes’ performances highlighted India’s medal-winning efforts across multiple disciplines at the continental para-sporting event.
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