Raipur, September 26, 2026: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai today called Sanju Devi, a resident of Chhattisgarh’s Korba district and a member of the Indian women’s kabaddi team that won the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, to congratulate her and extend his best wishes for this magnificent achievement.
Engaging in a warm conversation with Sanju Devi, the Chief Minister praised her outstanding performance and stated that the entire state of Chhattisgarh is proud of her achievement.
Sai told Sanju Devi that through her talent, hard work, and brilliant performance, she has brought honour not only to Chhattisgarh but to the entire nation. The golden success of the Indian women’s kabaddi team on a prestigious international platform like the Asian Games is a moment of pride for every citizen. The significant contribution of a daughter of Chhattisgarh to this historic achievement is a matter of special pride for the state.
The Chief Minister remarked that the daughters of Chhattisgarh are today demonstrating their talent and capability across all sectors, including education and sports. Sanju Devi from Korba earned a spot in the national team through her hard work and sporting prowess, and by representing the country at the international level, she has enhanced the state’s prestige.
Her success serves as an inspiration for thousands of young athletes in the state, especially girls, who dream of excelling in sports and bringing glory to the state and the nation, he added.
Sai said that the state government is continuously working to provide better opportunities, training, and necessary facilities for sports talent to flourish. It is our endeavor to ensure that sports talent in Chhattisgarh’s villages, tribal regions, and small towns receives a proper platform to represent the state in national and international competitions.
It is noteworthy that the Indian women’s kabaddi team delivered a stellar performance at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, defeating Iran in the final match to clinch the gold medal. Sanju Devi, hailing from the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, played a significant role in this glorious success of the Indian team. She is a member of the Indian national women’s kabaddi team.
The Chief Minister congratulated all the players, coaches, and support staff of the Indian women’s kabaddi team on this magnificent achievement and wished the team a bright future. He expressed confidence that the Indian players would continue to bring glory to the nation through their outstanding performances in upcoming international competitions.
