Gavit clinched the gold medal in the men\u2019s T47 100m with a Games record timing of 10.71 seconds, while Basil secured the silver with a season-best effort of 10.83 seconds, helping India achieve a memorable 1-2 finish at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Taking to X, Shah hailed the achievement as a \"Double Victory for India\" and praised the two para-athletes for bringing immense pride to the country.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Applause to Dilip Mahadu Gavit and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakath for ushering in a grand moment of pride for India by winning the Gold and Silver medals, respectively, in the Men's Para 100M T47 at #CWG2026,\" Shah posted.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also lauded their performance and sportsmanship, saying their speed and determination had filled Indians with pride and joy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The display of your fiery speed and sheer sportsmanship sparked every Indian heart with pride and joy. May you always come out with flying colours,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shah also congratulated Sreeshankar after the Indian long-jumper secured the silver medal in the men's long jump with a best effort of 8.09 metres.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Kudos to Shreeshankar on winning the Silver Medal in the Men's Long Jump at #CWG2026. Your determination and remarkable performance have brought pride to the nation. Keep up the winning spirit,\" Shah said in another post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shah also congratulated Sreeshankar after the Indian long-jumper secured the silver medal in the men's long jump with a best effort of 8.09 metres.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sreeshankar's latest medal also added to India's strong showing in athletics at the Glasgow Games, while Gavit and Basil's historic 1-2 finish marked a significant achievement for the country's para-athletics contingent.<\/p>\r\n\r\n