Murmu praised Anahat for becoming the first Indian woman to win a singles squash medal at the Asian Games, describing the 18-year-old\u2019s performance as a historic achievement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cMy warmest congratulations to Anahat Singh on winning the Silver Medal in Women\u2019s Singles Squash at the Asian Games 2026. By becoming the first Indian woman to win a singles medal in squash at the Games, you have etched your name in history. May your racquet continue to produce many more winning moments and inspire the youth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHeartiest congratulations to Abhay Singh on winning the Silver Medal in Men\u2019s Singles Squash at the Asian Games 2026. Your composure and determination on court have contributed to this remarkable achievement. May you continue to excel in the sport,\u201d the President wrote on X..<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Anahat, the reigning junior world champion, reached the women\u2019s singles final before going down to Malaysia\u2019s defending champion Sivasangari Subramaniam 4-11, 4-11, 7-11. Her silver made her the first Indian woman to win a singles medal in squash at the Asian Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The teenager had produced one of the tournament\u2019s notable comebacks in the semifinals, recovering from 0-2 down against Japan\u2019s world No. 6 Satomi Watanabe and saving two match points before securing her place in the final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Anahat, the reigning junior world champion, reached the women\u2019s singles final before going down to Malaysia\u2019s defending champion Sivasangari Subramaniam 4-11, 4-11, 7-11. Her silver made her the first Indian woman to win a singles medal in squash at the Asian Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also congratulated Anahat, writing, \u201cProud of you, Anahat Singh! Your mettle made India proud by winning the Silver Medal in Women\u2019s Singles Squash at the #AsianGames2026. May you continue to achieve greater victories.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n