New Delhi, Nov. 2 -- Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya hailed the performances of Indian athletes at the recently concluded Asian Youth Games, where they registered the country's best-ever tally of 48 medals.

Indian athletes made history at the Asian Youth Games held recently, achieving 13 golds, 18 silver and 17 bronze medals at Manama, Bahrain for a combined tally of 48, their best-ever at the event. This edition marked the competition's return after a 12-year hiatus, and it was the third edition of the event, according to Olympics.com.

Taking to X, Mandaviya posted, "Over the last 11 years, the Modi Government's unwavering focus on sports has empowered our athletes to reach new heights and make Bharat proud across the world." ...