Neeraj bags Gold for India at Tokyo Olympics | First-ever Olympic gold medal in athletics for India

Guwahati, August 07 (NKTV): With his win today, Indian Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has become the first-ever Indian to win a gold medal in athletics at the Olympics.

The 23-year-old won the Javelin Throw Final at Tokyo Olympics today with a best throw of 87.58 metres.

Chopra won the country’s seventh medal and first gold at the Tokyo Olympics.

“History has been scripted at Tokyo! What Neeraj Chopra has achieved today will be remembered forever. The young Neeraj has done exceptionally well. He played with remarkable passion and showed unparalleled grit. Congratulations to him for winning the Gold” stated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Twitter.

“Unprecedented win by Neeraj Chopra! Your javelin gold breaks barriers and creates history. You bring home first ever track and field medal to India in your first Olympics. Your feat will inspire our youth. India is elated! Heartiest congratulations!” said the President of India.

“This GOLD of August 7 is our KOHINOOR stone” said Assam CM Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Chopra’s win.

Meanwhile, the Government of Haryana has announced Rs 6 Crore cash reward and a Grade-I Government job for Neeraj Chopra.