New Delhi, October 21: President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Simran Sharma, Tejalben Damor and Preeti Pal on their medal-winning performances at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Simran claimed gold in the women’s 200-metre T12 event, with Tejalben taking bronze in the same competition. Praising their achievements, the President said their performances had brought pride to the country. She also congratulated Preeti Pal on securing silver in the women’s 200-metre T35 race.
The President extended her greetings to Nishad Kumar for winning gold with a Games record in the men’s high jump. She praised his achievement of securing two gold medals at the Games, describing it as a demonstration of his commitment, versatility and sporting talent.
Murmu also congratulated Devender Kumar and Rakesh, who won gold and silver respectively in the men’s discus throw. Their medals were part of an Indian sweep of the podium.
She further commended Hokato Hotozhe Sema for winning bronze in the men’s shot put and wished him more medal-winning performances for India in the years ahead
