Triumphant Bronze: Palash Mandal Shines at Asian Youth Games

India's Palash Mandal secured a bronze in the boys' 5000m walk at the Asian Youth Games, clocking 24:48.92s. His achievement adds to India's tally of 2 gold, 3 silver, and 7 bronze medals. China leads the medal tally, followed by Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Iran in the ongoing multi-sport event.

India's Palash Mandal clinched a bronze medal in the fiercely contested boys' 5000m walk at the Asian Youth Games, completing the distance in 24:48.92 seconds.

Mandal's podium finish added to India's overall medal count, bringing the nation's tally to two golds, three silvers, and seven bronzes in this prestigious event.

As the Games progress, China maintains a commanding lead in the overall medal standings, securing numerous top finishes across various disciplines, followed closely by Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Iran.

(With inputs from agencies.)