Sports, July 28, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu have extended their heartfelt congratulations to shooter Manu Bhaker for her historic achievement at the Paris Olympics 2024. Bhaker’s bronze medal in the women’s individual 10m air pistol event marks a significant milestone, being India’s first medal of the Games and the first-ever Olympic medal in shooting won by an Indian woman.
Prime Minister Modi expressed his admiration on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “A historic medal! Well done Manu Bhaker, for winning India’s FIRST medal at #ParisOlympics2024! Congrats for the Bronze. This success is even more special as she becomes the 1st woman to win a medal in shooting for India. An incredible achievement!”
President Murmu also commended Bhaker’s remarkable accomplishment, highlighting the inspiration her victory brings to aspiring athletes across the nation. Bhaker’s success not only opened India’s medal tally in Paris but also added her name to the elite group of just five Indians who have won an Olympic medal in shooting.
This landmark achievement is expected to boost India’s confidence and momentum in the ongoing Olympic events, as the nation rallies behind its athletes striving for excellence on the global stage.
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