The 2023 Asian Games have witnessed an outstanding display of talent and determination by the Indian contingent. With a total of 70+ medals, including 16 gold, 26 silver, and 29 bronze, India’s performance has been nothing short of exceptional. This achievement marks a significant milestone, surpassing the country’s previous record at the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta and Palembang.
India make history in 2023 Asian Games
Previous best medal tally was recorded in 2018, where Indian athletes secured a total of 70 medals, comprising 16 gold, 23 silver, and 31 bronze. However, the 2023 edition of the Games has seen India reached even greater heights, showcasing the country’s sporting prowess on the international stage.
One of the standout moments of this year’s Asian Games came on Wednesday, when Indian racewalkers Manju Rani and Ram Babu clinched a bronze medal in the mixed 35 km racewalk event. This achievement not only added to India’s medal count also shattered the previous n ational record in the process.
Ojas Devatale and Jyoti Surekha Vennam, two compound archers, won the gold medal in the mixed- team competition, giving their nation 71st medal overall.
Bhupendra Singh, the head of the Indian mission at the Asian Games, expressed his delight at India’s performance, stating, “I am thrilled to announce that India has surpassed the 70-medal mark in the medal tally, leaving its mark with the best-ever medal count so far. There are more medals to come!”
India sent its largest-ever contingent to the Games, aiming to achieve a target of 100 medals in the continental sporting event. The motto, “Aab Ki Baar, Sau Par” (which translates to “This Time, a Century of Medals”), reflected India’s aspirations to excel and make a mark at the Hangzhou Games. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been actively following and appreciating the achievements of Indian athletes at the 2023 Asian Games. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023, PM Modi congratulated Ram Babu and Manju Rani for their bronze medal win in the 35 km racewalk, acknowledging their extraordinary dedication and unwavering resolve.
After an astounding 5 hours, 51 minutes, and 14 seconds of challenging competition, the winner was announced. The Chinese team (5:16:41 hours) won gold, while Japan (5:22:11 hours) won silver. The Indian team won the bronze.
Later, PM Modi praised India’s win in the mixed team compound archery, which gave them a gold medal. “India’s first gold in archery at the Asian Games!” he tweeted. I congratulate Jyoti Surekha and Ojas for scoring in the mixed- team compound event. Their superior abilities, accuracy, and teamwork have ensured an outstanding podium finish. Congratulations to them!”
Jyoti and Ojas defeated a South Korean pair in a closely contested match, winning by just one point with a score of 159-158. India has made history at the current Games with this gold medal in archery. India has surpassed its previous best from Jakarta 2018 (70 medals). With 16 gold, 26 silver, and 29 bronze medals, India has now had one of its best Asian Games ever.
The 25-year-old Neeraj Chopra, who is now the world, Olympic, and Asian Games champion, will compete in Hangzhou to defend his continental title. Neeraj Chopra will compete in his final event of the year in the Asian Games in 2023, and the Indian javelin thrower, who now holds the world record of 89.94 meters, will want to finish the year strong and eyeing for the gold medal.
India’s athletes are ready to put on even more outstanding performances as the 2023 Asian Games progress, adding to the nation’s medal total and displaying their undying dedication to greatness on the world stage. As Indian athletes strive for even greater success in the tournaments that lie ahead, the nation excitedly anticipates additional occasions of pride and glory.
