Modi Hosts Commonwealth Games Medalists at Residence

The Prime Minister lauded the team for their persistence, noting that the tangible weight of medals serves as a more powerful catalyst for youth participation than any speech. These athletes, who have become frequent guests at the Prime Minister's home, shared stories of their training cycles and the challenges of competing on the global stage.

Among the interactions, Modi highlighted the personal journey of Sharmila Dhankar, the women’s shot put F57 gold medalist. Their conversation touched on her commitment to training her daughters as the next generation of competitors. Beyond the accolades, the discussion focused on the structural necessity of fostering a deep-rooted sports culture to ensure that India’s recent successes translate into a sustained standard of excellence in future competitions.