PM Congratulates Devender Kumar, Nishad Kumar and Hokato Hotozhe Sema on Asian Para Games Medals

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian para-athletes Devender Kumar, Nishad Kumar and Hokato Hotozhe Sema for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Para Games 2026, praising their achievements as a reflection of India’s growing excellence in para-sports.

Devender Kumar clinched gold in the men’s discus throw F43/F44/F62/F64 event with an impressive throw. Congratulating him in a post on X, Modi described the victory as a moment of tremendous joy and a celebration of India’s rising stature in para-sports. He also wished the athlete success in his future endeavours.

Nishad Kumar earned the Prime Minister’s praise after winning gold in the men’s high jump T47 event with a new Games record. Having already secured gold in the long jump, Nishad finished the competition with two gold medals. Modi lauded his versatility and pursuit of excellence, saying his performances had earned the admiration of the nation.

Hokato Hotozhe Sema won bronze in the men’s shot put F56/F57 event. Modi congratulated him for his performance, noting that the athlete had improved on his showing at the previous edition of the Games. He praised Sema’s dedication and passion and expressed hope that he would continue to make the country proud.

The Prime Minister’s Office shared the congratulatory messages on X, celebrating the athletes’ achievements at the continental para-sports event.