President Murmu Congratulates Indian Athletes for Stellar Performance at Asian Para Games 2026
President Murmu praises Indian para-athletes for their impressive achievements at the Asian Para Games 2026, highlighting medal winners.
New Delhi, October 20 (Daily Kiran) : President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt congratulations to Indian para-athletes for their remarkable performances at the Asian Para Games 2026 on October 20. Among the standout athletes were Pranav Surma, Ram Ratan Singh, and Niranjan Mukundan, who achieved significant victories in various events.
Pranav Surma made headlines by winning gold in the men’s discus throw F51/52/53 category, setting a new Asian record with a throw of 11.66 meters. Ram Ratan Singh followed closely, earning silver with a best throw of 10.35 meters, securing the first and second positions for India in the event.
On social media platform X, President Murmu wrote, “Congratulations to Pranav Surma for winning gold and setting a new Asian Games record in the men’s discus throw. Your golden success has brought pride to India and set a new benchmark for Indian para-athletics.”
In her message to Ram Ratan Singh, the President expressed, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Ram Ratan Singh for winning silver in the men’s discus throw at the Asian Para Games 2026. Your performance in this challenging test of technique and control has successfully brought medals to India. Wishing you a bright future.”
Niranjan Mukundan also made his mark by winning bronze in the men’s 200-meter individual medley SM7 category with a time of 2:57.01 minutes. The President congratulated him, stating, “Congratulations to Niranjan Mukundan on winning bronze in the men’s 200-meter individual medley SM7 event. Maintaining speed and rhythm is crucial in this competition. May you continue to reach new heights of success.”
The President also acknowledged Ravanni Valsanaini, who won bronze in the women’s 1500-meter T11 event, praising her contribution to Indian para-athletics. She remarked, “Congratulations to Ravanni Valsanaini for winning bronze in the women’s 1500-meter T11 event. Your achievement symbolizes the growing strength of Indian para-athletics and is a memorable moment worth celebrating.”
Himanshu Nandal, who secured bronze in the men’s 400-meter freestyle S11 event, received congratulations as well. The President wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations to Himanshu Nandal for winning bronze in the men’s 400-meter freestyle S11 event. May each stroke bring you closer to new achievements and greater success in sports.”
In para shooting, Srishti Arora claimed bronze in the women’s 10-meter air pistol SH1 category. President Murmu congratulated her, emphasizing the precision and focus required in this sport. She stated, “Congratulations to Srishti Arora for winning bronze in the women’s 10-meter air pistol SH1 event. Reaching the podium in this competition, which demands accuracy with every shot, is a remarkable achievement. Keep excelling and achieving new milestones.”
