PM Modi congratulates CWG medal winners

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 7 commended the atheletes at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham for their medal-winning efforts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the medal-winning efforts of several athletes at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham after a string of podium finishes for Indians.

Tagging a video of Indian wrestler Pooja Gehlot who got emotional after winning a bronze medal in the women's 50kg freestyle wrestling and apologised to the people, Mr. Modi said, "Pooja, your medal calls for celebrations, not an apology."

"Your life journey motivates us, your success gladdens us. You are destined for great things ahead…keep shining!" the Prime Minister said.

Mr. Modi also praised wrestler Pooja Sihag for winning the bronze and said she has made a mark for herself as a talented wrestler. "She has overcome many challenges thanks to her never say die attitude. She has won a Bronze at the CWG 2022. Congratulations to her. I am confident she will keep making India proud in the times to come," he said.

Hailing the bronze medal win of wrestler Deepak Nehra, Mr. Modi said he displayed remarkable grit and commitment. "My best wishes to him for his upcoming endeavours," he added.

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Mr. Modi also congratulated Bhavina Patel for winning the gold medal in the women's singles para Table Tennis.