Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Indian athletes who delivered a historic performance at the Asian Para Games 2026 and praised their achievements. At a programme held on November 5 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi, the Prime Minister described the athletes’ struggle, hard work and success as inspirational for the entire country. He said the athletes had proved that no challenge is too great in the face of firm determination.
India registered its best-ever performance at the Asian Para Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning a total of 114 medals. These included 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze medals. A total of 97 Indian para athletes contributed to this achievement. India stood fourth in the medals table.
Praise for Sheetal Devi and Simran’s achievements
Archer Sheetal Devi and visually impaired runner Simran, who won two gold medals each, were also present at the programme. The Prime Minister praised the achievements of both athletes as well as the entire Indian contingent. He said that in sports where India’s participation had earlier been limited, the country’s athletes are now setting new benchmarks.
Modi said 61 athletes took part in the competition for the first time. He told the athletes that their success would inspire the country’s youth to move ahead in sports. He also stressed the need to improve the sports system, provide better facilities and give opportunities to talented athletes.
The Prime Minister urged the athletes to view their achievements as the beginning of bigger challenges ahead and to continue aiming to win medals for the country.
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