India reaches 100-medal mark at Asian Games, PM Modi to host contingent on October 10
India won four more medals in archery and the women's kabaddi team won gold to officially cross the century mark.
India reaching the unprecedented milestone of 100 medals at the ongoing Asian Games is a momentous achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday, announcing that he will host the country's contingent on October 10.
"Every awe-inspiring performance has made history and filled our hearts with pride. I look forward to hosting our Asian Games contingent on the 10th and interacting with our athletes," he posted on X.
The people of India are thrilled that it has reached a remarkable milestone of 100 medals, he said.
"A momentous achievement for India at the Asian Games! I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our phenomenal athletes whose efforts have led to this historic milestone for India," he added.
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HISTORY IS MADE AS INDIA GETS ITS 100 MEDAL AT THE ASIAN GAMES 2022!
This is a testament to the power of dreams, dedication, and teamwork of our athletes involved in the achievement of #TEAMINDIA!
Let this achievement inspire generations to… pic.twitter.com/EuBQpvvVQ3 — SAI Media (@Media_SAI) October 7, 2023
India were already assured of a century in the medals tally on Friday which saw India pocketing 95 medals. More medals in compound archery (3), kabaddi (2), badminton (1), and men's cricket (1) were already assured.
On Saturday, which is the final day for Indian athletes' events in Hangzhou, India added four more medals in archery while the women's kabaddi team's win over Chinese Taipei in the final officially took India to the 100-medal mark.
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