Asian Games 2023
India has achieved a historic milestone at the Asian Games 2023 by securing a record-breaking 107 medals. It marks its best-ever performance in the last six decades. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the relentless determination, unwavering spirit, and hard work of the Indian athletes. He considers the achievement a momentous occasion for the nation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his joy and admiration for India’s extraordinary performance at the Asian Games 2023. He lauded the athletes for bringing home a total of 107 medals. It is the highest tally ever achieved by the country in the last 60 years. PM Modi’s commendation underscores the significance of this achievement for the nation.
Interaction with the Indian Contingent
In his message, PM Modi announced that he would host the Indian contingent from the Asian Games on October 10, where he will have the opportunity to interact with the athletes personally. This gesture reflects the government’s support and appreciation for the hard work and dedication exhibited by India’s sports stars.
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As the Asian Games 2023 concluded, China emerged as the leader in the medal tally with a total of 383 medals, including 201 gold, 111 silver, and 71 bronze. Japan secured the second position with 188 medals (52 gold, 67 silver, 69 bronze), followed by South Korea in third place with 190 medals (42 gold, 59 silver, 89 bronze).
What a historic achievement for India at the Asian Games!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 8, 2023
The entire nation is overjoyed that our incredible athletes have brought home the highest ever total of 107 medals, the best ever performance in the last 60 years.
The unwavering determination, relentless spirit and hard… pic.twitter.com/t8eHsRvojl
India’s remarkable performance placed the country fourth place with 107 medals, including 28 gold, 38 silver, and 41 bronze. Uzbekistan completed the top five with 71 medals (22 gold, 18 silver, 31 bronze).
Historic Moments
Team India’s performance at the Asian Games 2023 was marked by several historic milestones achieved in various sports events. These milestones included India’s first medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Team Event, the inaugural Gold in the Men’s Air Rifle Team Event, remarkable victories in Squash and Javelin Throw, a gold medal in equestrian, and Parul Choudhary’s exceptional come-from-behind triumph in the Women’s 5000m. Additionally, Aditi Ashok’s historic medal in golf added to the nation’s pride.
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Record-Breaking Tally
The Indian contingent fulfilled their commitment of “Iss baar 100 paar” by achieving their best-ever performance, amassing a total of 107 medals. On the final day of the Asian Games, Indian athletes clinched 12 medals, including gold in sports events such as kabaddi, badminton, hockey, and archery. India’s overall medal count in Hangzhou included 28 gold, 38 silver, and 41 bronze medals, marking a remarkable leap from the 70 medals secured in Jakarta in 2018.
