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Prime Minister congratulates Jay Meena on winning Bronze in Men's Individual event and becoming India's first-ever Asian Games medallist in Soft Tennis
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23 SEP 2026 2:22PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today congratulated Jay Meena on winning a Bronze medal in the Men’s Individual event and becoming India’s first-ever Asian Games medallist in Soft Tennis, calling it a historic achievement for Indian Soft Tennis.
The Prime Minister stated that his achievement marks a memorable new chapter for the sport in India. He expressed hope that this medal will inspire many more youngsters to take up Soft Tennis and excel, and extended his best wishes to him for the journey ahead.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister's Office mentioned:
"A historic achievement for Indian Soft Tennis!
Congratulations to Jay Meena on winning Bronze in the Men’s Individual event and becoming India’s first-ever Asian Games medallist in Soft Tennis. His achievement marks a memorable new chapter for the sport in India.
May this medal inspire many more youngsters to take up Soft Tennis and excel. Best wishes to him for the journey ahead: PM @narendramodi"
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