India's Athletics Stars Shine at National Senior Athletics Federation Cup 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently celebrated the achievements of Indian athletes at the 29th National Senior Athletics Federation Cup 2026 in Ranchi. With nearly 800 participants, the event saw four national records shattered, showcasing India's growing prowess in athletics. Notable performances included Gurindervir Singh's historic 100m sprint, Vishal TK breaking the 45-second barrier in the 400m, Tejaswin Shankar excelling in decathlon, and a joint record in men's pole vault by Kuldeep Kumar and Dev Meena. This edition of the Federation Cup is hailed as one of the most successful yet.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 31, 2026, 13:35 IST

PM Modi Celebrates Athletic Achievements

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the rising stars of Indian athletics for their remarkable performances at the 29th National Senior Athletics Federation Cup 2026 held in Ranchi. He noted that their accomplishments signify the nation's advancing capabilities in sports.

During the 134th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi pointed out that four national records were shattered during the event, commending the athletes for their exceptional feats. "Recently, the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition took place in Ranchi, Jharkhand, with nearly 800 athletes from across the country participating. Four national records were established in various events. Gurindervir Singh, Vishal TK, Tejaswin Shankar, Dev Meena, and Kuldeep Kumar all set new benchmarks in their respective categories. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of them," he stated.

Record-Breaking Performances

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A Successful Federation Cup

The Federation Cup saw participation from nearly 800 athletes, marking it as one of the most successful editions of the competition.