Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated athlete Suchika Tariyal for winning a bronze medal in Mixed Martial Arts at the Asian Games. This marks India’s first-ever medal in Mixed Martial Arts at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister’s Office announced the achievement on 22 September 2026.
The Achievement
Suchika Tariyal has become the first Indian to secure an Asian Games medal in Mixed Martial Arts. She won bronze in the sport at the Games. The Prime Minister highlighted that her success reflects her commitment and hard work in the field.
What this means for you
This achievement opens a new chapter for Indian combat sports on the continental stage. Mixed Martial Arts, as a discipline where Indians had not previously won medals at the Asian Games, now has representation at the highest levels. Tariyal’s bronze shows that Indian athletes can compete with the best in combat disciplines that are growing in popularity worldwide. Her success may inspire more young Indians to take up Mixed Martial Arts as a serious sporting pursuit and aim for international recognition.