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Baranica Elangovan wins bronze medal in women's pole vault at Asian Games debut
25 September 2026
4 min read
Source:PIB India (Press Information Bureau)
Indian athlete Baranica Elangovan has won a bronze medal in the women's pole vault event during her debut appearance at the Asian Games. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, praising the achievement as an inspiration for young athletes across the nation.
Key Highlights
- Baranica Elangovan secured a bronze medal in the women's pole vault event at the Asian Games.
- This remarkable feat was achieved during her very first appearance at the Asian Games.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the athlete, calling it a proud and exemplary moment for Indian sports.
- The achievement is expected to inspire more young athletes to take up pole vaulting and athletics.
Exam Quick Facts
Nodal Ministry / Dept
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India
Key Bodies
Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Athletics Federation of India (AFI)
Constitutional & Legal Context
Sports falls under the State List (Entry 33) of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, though national sports federations receive central backing.
Static GK Connection
The Asian Games, also known as Asiad, is a continental multi-sport event held every four years, regulated by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
Official Reference:PIB India (Press Information Bureau)