PM Modi Hosts India's Commonwealth Games Medalists in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted India's medal-winning athletes from the 2026 Commonwealth Games at his residence in New Delhi on Sunday, August 9, praising their performances and highlighting their role in inspiring the nation's youth. The meeting came after the team returned from Glasgow, where India finished fourth in the overall standings with a total of 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver, and nine bronze.

In a video posted on social media, boxer Sakshi Chaudhary, a gold medallist in the women's 51kg category, addressed the Prime Minister and fellow athletes. "Our honourable Prime Minister has invited us, the Commonwealth Games medallists, and we feel very proud. We are extremely happy to have met him; he is very humble," she said. Modi responded with the phrase, "Jo khelega, woh khilega," which translates to "The one who plays, will blossom," and added, "Always cheer for Bharat."

The Prime Minister expressed his delight in hosting the athletes at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, stating that each of them had made the nation proud through their exceptional performances. He emphasized that their success would motivate many youngsters. The meeting was attended by members of the...