New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated the Indian contingent that participated in the 2026 Asian Games, praising its achievements and expressing confidence that India was steadily emerging as a global sporting powerhouse.
Interacting with athletes, coaches and support staff at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, he said the contingent had brought immense pride to the country and enhanced the honour of the national flag.
"Our Asian Games champions have made the Tricolour fly high and enhanced its honour and pride," Modi said.
Describing the achievement as a collective national triumph, he added, "Your success is not yours alone; it is also the success of crores of citizens of the country,...