PM Modi Hails Indian Women's 4x400m Relay Gold
PM Narendra Modi congratulates the Indian women's 4x400m relay team for their historic gold medal win at the Asian Games 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his warmest congratulations to the Indian women’s 4x400m relay team following their spectacular gold medal victory at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya. The historic win marks India's first athletics gold medal at this edition of the games, a feat the Prime Minister described as a shining testament to the power of collective effort.
A Historic Triumph on the Track
In a high-octane final held on Tuesday, the Indian quartet demonstrated extraordinary speed and coordination to secure the top spot on the podium. The team, comprising Kiran Pahal, Machettira Poovamma, Prachi Choudhary, and Vithya Ramraj, clocked a decisive time of 3:29.69.
The competition was fierce, with the Indian athletes managing to stay ahead of their closest rivals. The podium standings were as follows:
- Gold: India (3:29.69)
- Silver: Bahrain (3:30.21)
- Bronze: China (3:31.02)
PM Modi Praises Speed and Determination
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister lauded the athletes for their grit and the inspiration they have provided to the nation. He specifically highlighted how their performance serves as a model for sportsmanship and unity.
"Congratulations to Kiran Pahal, Poovamma MR, Prachi and Vithya Ramraj on a magnificent performance in the Women’s 4×400m Relay at the Asian Games. Their speed and determination powered India to the top of the podium. This is a proud moment for Indian athletics and a wonderful example of what teamwork can achieve! Best wishes to the athletes for the endeavours ahead."
A Golden Day for Indian Athletics
The relay team's victory was not an isolated success; it was part of a remarkable day for Indian athletes in Aichi-Nagoya. This gold medal was the second major win for India on Tuesday.
Earlier in the day, Neeru Dhanda made history by becoming the first Indian woman to secure an individual medal in the women’s trap event, also clinching a gold medal in her final. The combined success of the relay team and Dhanda has signaled a strong momentum for India in the athletics arena at the 2026 Asian Games.