President Droupadi Murmu congratulated high jumper Nishad Kumar for winning a silver medal in the men’s high jump T47 event at the Paris Paralympics 2024. In a social media post, the President applauded his consistency and excellence for winning his successive silver medal at the Paralympics. She also added that he will be an inspiration for all the athletes in the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Nishad Kumar. In a social media post, he praised the athlete’s passion and determination and also said that the country is proud of him.