Prime Minister, Narendra Modi interacted with the Indian contingent for the recently held ‘Deaflympics’ as he hosted them at his residence on Saturday.In the best-ever performance, the Indian team won 16 medals including 8 Gold medals in the Deaflympics, held in Brazil, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.
Union Ministers Anurag Singh Thakur and Nisith Pramanik were also present on the occasion.Interacting with Rohit Bhaker, senior member of the contingent, the Prime Minister discussed his way of dealing with the challenges and his way of assessing his opponents.
Rohit also told the Prime Minister about his background and inspiration for getting into sports and staying for so long at the highest level.The Prime Minister told the ace badminton player that his life as an individual and sportsperson is an inspiration. He also complimented him for his perseverance and not yielding to the obstacles of life.Wrestler Virender Singh told about the legacy of his family in wrestling and also narrated his satisfaction in finding opportunities and competition in the deaf community. The Prime Minister noted his medal winning consistent performance in Deaflympics since 2005 and complimented him for his desire to excel. The Prime Minister appreciated his position as a veteran and also as a keen learner of the sport.
Modi hosts Deaflympics contingent
PNS n New Delhi
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi interacted with the Indian contingent for the recently held ‘Deaflympics’ as he hosted them at his residence on Saturday.In the best-ever performance, the Indian team won 16 medals including 8 Gold medals in the Deaflympics, held in Brazil, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.
Union Ministers Anurag Singh Thakur and Nisith Pramanik were also present on the occasion.Interacting with Rohit Bhaker, senior member of the contingent, the Prime Minister discussed his way of dealing with the challenges and his way of assessing his opponents.
Rohit also told the Prime Minister about his background and inspiration for getting into sports and staying for so long at the highest level.The Prime Minister told the ace badminton player that his life as an individual and sportsperson is an inspiration. He also complimented him for his perseverance and not yielding to the obstacles of life.Wrestler Virender Singh told about the legacy of his family in wrestling and also narrated his satisfaction in finding opportunities and competition in the deaf community. The Prime Minister noted his medal winning consistent performance in Deaflympics since 2005 and complimented him for his desire to excel. The Prime Minister appreciated his position as a veteran and also as a keen learner of the sport.