Javelin thrower Sumit Antil's historic performance at Paralympics moment of great pride: President Ram Nath Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday congratulated Sumit Antil for winning gold in javelin throw in the Tokyo's Paralympics saying his historic performance is a moment of great pride for the country.

Antil clinched India's second gold at the ongoing Paralympics, shattering the men's F64 category world record multiple times in a stunning Games debut on Monday.

"Sumit Antil's 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. You're a true champion!," Kovind tweeted.


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