The Prime Minister's Office issued a press release on October 2, 2026, announcing that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian sailor Nethra Kumanan on winning the bronze medal in the Women's Dinghy sailing event at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister characterized this achievement as "a great accomplishment for India" and expressed his wishes for Kumanan's continued success in scaling new heights. Additionally, Modi expressed hope that her performance would serve as an inspiration for a new generation of athletes across the nation. The official congratulatory message was also posted on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) from the account of the PMO India (@PMOIndia). This content may not be financially relevant.