Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today felicitated sportspersons from the three Services for winning 27 medals at the recently concluded Asian Games in Japan. The athletes won six gold, eleven silver and ten bronze medals, contributing significantly to India’s overall tally of 85 medals andfourth-place finish. Addressing the athletes, Mr Singh praised their discipline, hard work and team spirit. He lauded the Mission Olympic Wing, coaches and support staff for their role in identifying and nurturing sporting talent.
Defence Minister reiterated the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government’s commitment to strengthening India’s sporting ecosystem, with sustained focus on infrastructure, modern training facilities and better opportunities for athletes.
The Defence Minister also urged the athletes and trainers to adopt a focused approach towards the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, expressing confidence that the Services would deliver an even stronger performance.
