Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Women's Hockey Team on winning the Gold medal at the Asian Games after over four decades. In a statement posted on X through the Prime Minister's Office, he stated that this victory represents a very special moment for Indian Hockey and that the people of India are rejoicing in this success. The Prime Minister attributed the gold medal win to outstanding skills and teamwork, praising the team's determination as very inspiring. He extended his best wishes to the team for their upcoming endeavours and expressed hope that this success would contribute to the popularity of hockey across the nation. The announcement was made on October 2, 2026, through the Press Information Bureau with release ID 2318340.