PM Modi lauds medal winners at the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised athletes who won medals in various events during the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou.

He praised the lightweight men’s double sculls team for winning India’s first Asian Games medal, a silver.

“The Prime Minister congratulated the incredible duo of Arjun Lal Jat and Arvind Singh and wished to continuously row towards glory, which would represent the spirit and strength of the nation,” a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said.

He also praised shooters Ramita Jindal, Mehuli Ghosh and Ashi Chouksey for clinching the silver medal in the 10m Air Rifle Women’s team event at the Asian Games.

The Prime Minister hailed the achievement, saying that “this silver medal is the fruit of your hard work and dedication”. “Let’s keep the momentum going as we continue to shine at the Asian Games,” he said.

Speaking about the Men’s Coxed Eight team that won the silver medal at the Asian Games, the Prime Minister commended the team’s dazzling display of coordination, strength and endurance and wished the members success in their future endeavours.

This was India’s second medal in rowing at the Asian Games.

The Prime Minister also praised shooter Ramita Jindal for the remarkable bronze in the 10m Air Rifle Women’s (Individual) event, the statement said.

He noted Jindal’s unwavering focus and desire to excel, and wished her the best for achieving greater heights in her chosen sport.

Prime Minister Modi expressed his happiness over the continued success in rowing.

He praised Babulal Yadav and Lekh Ram for clinching the bronze medal in the Men’s Coxless Pair Rowing event and said that “with your efforts and tireless determination, you have propelled the aspirations of many young Indians to the podium”.

Prime Minister Modi wished them all the best of luck in their future endeavours.