New Delhi, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : General Dheeraj Seth, the Chief of Army Staff, honored Indian Army athletes on October 12, 2026, for their impressive performances at the Asian Games. During the ceremony, he expressed pride in their achievements and emphasized that the nation would remember their contributions. He also expressed optimism for their future performances.
After presenting the awards, General Seth shared, “Today is a joyous occasion for me, as I spent the last half hour with our finest athletes. Just as the Army defends the nation with passion, these athletes have shown what can be achieved through dedication and hard work. The country will remember their accomplishments, and I am confident that their performance will only improve in the coming years. I congratulate the athletes present here for their commitment and effort. Winning medals at the Asian or Commonwealth Games is no small feat, and they have achieved it.”
Neeru Dhanda, who won three medals in shooting at the Asian Games, described her victories as a stroke of luck. She attributed her success to the discipline instilled by the Indian Army, which has been crucial in her journey. “One must remain calm and focused in shooting, skills I learned during my time in the Army,” Neeru stated. She reflected on the years of hard work it took to reach this level, saying, “I feel I have made a small contribution by winning these three medals for the Indian Army.”
Neeru also noted that General Seth consistently motivates athletes to give their all in sports. He encouraged them to enjoy their games while contributing to the country by winning medals.
Deepak Punia, an Indian wrestler who secured a bronze medal, acknowledged that competing and winning at the Asian Games is no easy task. He shared his goal of winning a gold medal at the 2028 Olympics and expressed that the recognition from the Army Chief has provided him with positive energy and inspiration for his Olympic preparations.
Gulveer Singh, another athlete who won three medals, credited the small prayers of the country’s people for his success. He emphasized the importance of following his coach’s guidance during his training.
The athletes also mentioned that General Seth encouraged them to perform strongly at the upcoming Olympics. They recognized the significant support provided by the Indian Army and felt a sense of responsibility to give back.
Kamaljeet, who won a gold medal in shooting, highlighted that continuous practice is essential for success. General Seth reiterated the expectation for them to bring home gold medals for the country in the 2028 Olympics.
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