Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh congratulated the Indian contingent for its medal-winning performances at the ongoing Asian Games in Japan.
In a post on his official Facebook page, Singh congratulated the Indian Men’s Quadrant Sepaktakraw team for winning a bronze medal. He also praised Manipur players Malemnganba Singh Sorokhaibam, Akash Yumnam and Lokhon Singh Elangbam for their performances.
Singh said the team’s success at the Asian Games showed the commitment of young athletes. He also wished the Indian Sepaktakraw contingent success in its future events.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated the Indian Men’s Quadrant Team for winning the bronze medal at the Asian Games.
Modi said the medal was India’s first in the Men’s Quadrant event at the Games. He also praised the team’s determination and fighting spirit and said the achievement would help promote Sepaktakraw across the country.
Singh also congratulated the Indian women’s hockey team for winning the gold medal after defeating China 1-0 in the final.
The victory ended India’s 44-year wait for the Asian Games women’s hockey title. India had last won the gold medal in the event in 1982.
Singh also congratulated Manipur players Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam and Bichu Devi Kharibam, who were part of the Indian team that won the gold medal.