PM Modi hails India's seven-medal haul on Asian Games Day 8
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates India's massive seven-medal haul on Day 8 of the Asian Games, including historic wins in squash and athletics.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Indian athletes and squash stars who secured a remarkable seven medals during the eighth day of the Asian Games. This surge in performance has boosted India's overall tally to 37 medals, including four golds, 16 silvers, and 17 bronzes, placing the nation 12th in the standings.
Squash stars make history
The squash court witnessed historic moments for India on Sunday. Anahat Singh etched her name in the record books by becoming the first Indian woman to reach an Asian Games squash singles final. Although she finished with a silver medal after a tough battle against Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) lauded her impressive skill and grit.
The silver success continued in the men's category with Abhay Singh. Despite facing the world No. 17 Ng Eain Yow, Abhay's determination earned him a silver medal, a feat the PMO noted as a reflection of years of intense hard work.
Athletics dominance: Ending decades-long waits
The athletics arena was equally fruitful, contributing five medals to the national count. A standout moment came from Sarvesh Kushare, whose silver medal in the men's high jump ended a historic five-decade drought for India in this specific event. The Prime Minister hailed this as a memorable achievement powered by sheer perseverance.
Other notable performances in the track and field events included:
- Ancy Sojan: Secured a silver medal in the women's long jump with a spirited performance.
- Harita Bhadra: Clinched a bronze in her Asian Games debut in the women's 200m.
- Parul Chaudhary: Earned bronze in the women's 3000m steeplechase, setting a new national record and personal best of 9:08.67.
- Tejaswin Shankar: Completed the athletics medal streak with a bronze in the demanding men's decathlon, accumulating 7,934 points.
The Prime Minister's Office used social media to celebrate each athlete, emphasizing that their dedication and ability to compete against the continent's finest players have brought immense joy and pride to the entire nation.