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.
Mr 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!," President Kovind tweeted.
Shooter Avani Lekhara had claimed the women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event gold in the morning.
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