PM Modi Congratulates Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara on Medals
PM Modi congratulates Esha Singh for silver and Pincky Balhara for bronze at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Indian athletes Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara following their stellar performances at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan. The duo secured podium finishes, adding significant glory to India's medal tally during the prestigious multi-sport event.
Esha Singh Clinches Silver in Dramatic Shoot-off
Shooter Esha Singh delivered a masterclass in precision and composure to secure the silver medal in the women’s 25m pistol individual event. The competition reached a fever pitch as Esha finished with 38 points, placing her in a dead heat with China's Xiao Jiaruixian. After a series of intense shoot-offs, Xiao eventually took the gold, while Esha secured the silver.
North Korea's Kim Hyon Suk finished with 34 points to take the bronze. Reflecting on her achievement, PM Modi praised Esha's performance on X, noting her immense precision and composure during the high-stakes event. He wished her continued success in her future sporting endeavors.
Pincky Balhara Secures Second Asian Games Medal
In the Kurash discipline, Pincky Balhara showcased incredible grit and resolve to claim a bronze medal in the women's 78kg category. This marks Pincky's second Asian Games medal, following her silver win in 2018.
The semifinal match was a grueling contest against South Korea's Mo Sumin. Despite a determined effort, Pincky faced challenges throughout the match, including warnings that brought her close to disqualification. While she managed to score a 'chala' (half point), Sumin eventually secured the victory. Despite the loss in the semifinal, Pincky's performance ensured another podium finish for India in the sport.
The Prime Minister lauded Pincky's determination, stating that her resolve throughout the competition was tremendous and expressing hope that she would continue to scale new heights for the nation.