In a groundbreaking achievement, India has secured 100 medals at the ongoing Asian Games 2023, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s sporting history. This remarkable feat is a first for India and reflects the dedication and excellence of its athletes.
The historic 100th medal was clinched by the Indian women’s kabaddi team, which secured the gold medal in the women’s team kabaddi event on October 7th at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou.
As it stands, India currently holds the fourth position in the medal tally, boasting a total of 100 medals, comprising 25 gold, 35 silver, and 40 bronze medals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt congratulations to the athletes, recognizing their monumental achievement. In a post on social media, Prime Minister Modi stated, “A momentous achievement for India at the Asian Games! The people of India are thrilled that we have reached a remarkable milestone of 100 medals. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our phenomenal athletes whose efforts have led to this historic milestone for India. Every awe-inspiring performance has made history and filled our hearts with pride. I look forward to hosting our Asian Games contingent on the 10th and interacting with our athletes.”
A momentous achievement for India at the Asian Games!
The people of India are thrilled that we have reached a remarkable milestone of 100 medals.
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our phenomenal athletes whose efforts have led to this historic milestone for India.… pic.twitter.com/CucQ41gYnA
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 7, 2023
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) also celebrated this historic achievement, acknowledging the dedication, dreams, and teamwork of Indian athletes. In a social media post, SAI Media remarked, “AND THAT IS MEDAL 100 for India!!! HISTORY IS MADE AS INDIA GETS ITS 100 MEDAL AT THE ASIAN GAMES 2022! This is a testament to the power of dreams, dedication, and teamwork of our athletes involved in the achievement of #TEAMINDIA! Let this achievement inspire generations to come – showing that with hard work and passion, anything is possible!”
India’s ace archer, Jyothi Surekha Vennam, who secured three gold medals at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, expressed her happiness and confidence that India would continue to add more medals to its tally.
Speaking to the news agency ANI, Vennam said, “I am very happy; this time India did great; there are more medals to come. I congratulate all the athletes who won the medal and those who lost. I would like to wish them all the best for next time. I would thank the government of India; without them, this would not have been possible.”
India’s remarkable performance at the Asian Games 2023 has ignited a sense of pride and optimism, with the nation looking forward to more victories in the days to come.
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