Neeraj Chopra: India's Silver Sensation in Paris Olympics

Neeraj Chopra's historic silver medal at the Paris Games has been hailed as a monumental achievement, inspiring future generations. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in praising Chopra, who became the first Indian track-and-field athlete to win two successive Olympic medals.

Neeraj Chopra winning a silver medal in the Paris Games was hailed as a feat that will inspire future generations in their pursuit of excellence. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the country in lauding the superstar javelin thrower's achievements.

On Thursday, Chopra became the first Indian track-and-field athlete to win two successive Olympic medals, securing a silver in men's javelin throw at the Paris Games. 'Neeraj Chopra is excellence personified! Time and again he's shown his brilliance. India is elated that he comes back with yet another Olympic success. Congratulations to him on winning the Silver,' PM Modi wrote on 'X'. 'He will continue to motivate countless upcoming athletes to pursue their dreams and make our nation proud.'

President Murmu emphasized that the country looks forward to more medals from Chopra. 'Heartiest congratulations to Neeraj Chopra on winning the silver medal in Paris Olympics and scripting history. He is the first Indian athlete to win a gold and a silver medal in two successive Olympic Games. India is proud of him. His feat will inspire generations to come.' Star pistol shooter Manu Bhaker, who created history by becoming the first Indian to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics in the Paris Games, also congratulated Chopra for his achievement.

(With inputs from agencies.)