Prime Minister Modi Lauds Swapnil Kusale's Historic Olympic Bronze

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Swapnil Kusale's exceptional performance at the Olympics, where he won India's first-ever bronze in the 50m rifle 3 positions event, raising the country's tally to three medals at the ongoing Paris Games.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday applauded shooter Swapnil Kusale's outstanding bronze-winning performance at the Paris Olympics, calling it 'exceptional.' Kusale made history as the first Indian athlete to secure a medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions event.

With his victory, Kusale has boosted India's overall medal count to three at the ongoing games, a remarkable achievement for the country. Modi expressed his joy and pride on social media platform X, commending Kusale's skills and resilience.

'Exceptional performance by Swapnil Kusale! Congratulations to him for winning the bronze medal in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions at the Paris Olympics 2024,' Modi wrote. 'Every Indian is filled with happiness due to his historic win.'

(With inputs from agencies.)