New Delhi Aug 30 PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Sumit Antil who broke the world record in his category to win gold in javelin throw at the ongoing Tokyo Paralympics and said his historic performance will inspire youngsters Antil clinched Indias second gold at the ongoing Paralympics shattering the mens F64 category world record multiple times in a stunning Games debut performance here on MondayThe 23-year-old from Sonepat in Haryana who lost his left leg below the knee after he was involved in a motorbike accident in 2015 sent the spear to 6855m in his fifth attempt which was the best of the day by quite a distance and a new world recordPM Modi told Sumit that he has made the nation proud and also appreciated his spirit of resilience He added that youngsters would be inspired by Sumit He also said that Sumit has made his entire family proud officials said PTI KR NSD NSD
New Delhi Aug 30 PTI President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday congratulated Sumit Antil for winning gold in javelin throw in the Tokyos Paralympics saying his historic performance is a moment of great pride for the countryAntil clinched Indias second gold at the ongoing Paralympics shattering the mens F64 category world record multiple times in a stunning Games debut on MondaySumit Antils historic performance in javelin throw at the Paralympics is a moment of great pride for the country Congratulations on winning the gold and setting a new world record Every Indian is elated to hear the national anthem at the podium Youre a true champion Kovind tweetedShooter Avani Lekhara had claimed the womens 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event gold in the morning PTI AKV AKV TIR TIR
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