Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth felicitated Indian Army para-athletes for their outstanding performances at the Asian Para Games, where they secured a total of six medals, including one gold, two silver and three bronze, bringing recognition to the country through their sporting achievements.
The felicitation ceremony celebrated the determination, resilience and competitive spirit of the Army’s para-athletes, whose performances reflected their commitment to excellence despite physical challenges. General Dhiraj Seth commended the medal winners for their achievements and described them as embodiments of the indomitable spirit of a soldier, where adversity is met with resolve and every challenge becomes an opportunity to excel.
Subedar Solairaj D won the gold medal in the long jump, emerging as the top performer among the Indian Army contingent. His achievement highlighted the dedication and preparation required to compete successfully at the international level.
The Army athletes also secured two silver medals. Havildar Kapil Kumar won silver in the 400-metre freestyle swimming event, while Havildar Rakesh earned a silver medal in the discus throw.
The contingent added three bronze medals to its tally. Subedar Ajay Kumar secured bronze in the 400-metre event, Subedar Hokato Sema won bronze in seated shot put, and Havildar Pradeep claimed bronze in the discus throw.
The COAS also felicitated Mrs Simran, wife of Naik Gajender Singh, in recognition of her achievements in athletics, where she won two gold medals. Her recognition added another dimension to the ceremony, highlighting sporting excellence and achievement among members of the wider Army family.
Commending the athletes, General Dhiraj Seth praised their extraordinary resilience, determination and sporting excellence. He lauded their ability to overcome challenges and perform at the highest level, noting that their achievements reflected the indomitable Yoddha spirit of the Indian Army.
The ceremony underscored the Indian Army’s continued encouragement of sporting talent and its commitment to recognising personnel who bring laurels to the nation through their performances. The six-medal tally at the Asian Para Games stands as a testament to the perseverance and competitive spirit of the athletes.
The felicitation also reinforced the message of ‘Jai Se Vijay – Vijay Se Vijeta’, celebrating the journey from determination and perseverance to achievement. Through their performances, the para-athletes demonstrated that physical challenges need not limit sporting ambition and that discipline, courage and sustained effort can translate into success on the international stage.
The Indian Army’s recognition of these champions reflects its emphasis on fostering sporting excellence and celebrating individuals who exemplify courage, dedication and an unwavering commitment to achievement.
