Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated para-athlete Sachin Khilari for winning the gold medal in the Men's Shot Put F46 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. Khilari successfully defended his title with a season-best throw and led an all-Indian podium sweep in the event. The Prime Minister, in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) through the Prime Minister's Office, noted that Khilari's consistency, determination, and sustained sporting excellence are truly inspiring. The congratulatory message was posted on October 21, 2026, and was released by the Press Information Bureau (PIB Delhi) with Release ID: 2326102.