Kishore Kumar Jena, the talented javelin thrower hailing from Odisha, secured a remarkable Silver medal at the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. This achievement marked a historic moment not only for his state but also for the entire nation. In a thrilling competition, Kishore surpassed Olympic Gold medalist Neeraj Chopra with a personal best throw in the finals, clinching the Silver. With an impressive personal best of 87.54 meters, Kishore also earned his spot in the upcoming Paris Olympics. His extraordinary performance brought immense pride to India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to congratulate Kishore Jena, recognizing the significance of India’s accomplishments in the Men’s Javelin event at the Asian Games. Kishore’s coach, Nilamadhav Deo, praised his calm demeanor and willingness to embrace challenges. The news of Kishore’s achievement sparked joyous celebrations in his village of Brahmagiri Kotha Sahi in Puri district. His mother expressed her happiness and recounted his journey from being a volleyball player to a successful javelin athlete. Kishore’s remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to all and adds a glorious chapter to the nation’s sporting history.