TIL Desk/National/New Delhi/ Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli, weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu and others for being conferred with the National Sports Awards. In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister congratulated all the athletes and coaches who have been conferred with the awards and stated that this is the result of years of hard work, dedication and excellence in the field.
“I congratulate all the athletes and coaches who have been conferred the National Sports Awards. These awards are the result of years of hard work, dedication and excellence on the field. India is phenomenally proud of our sportspersons!” he said. In another tweet, Prime Minister Modi wished Kohli for his future endeavours and said that he has brought immense joy to the nation.
“Dear @imVkohli, congratulations on being conferred the Khel Ratna. As a batsman and Captain, you have brought immense joy for the nation. Your popularity among young India is also tremendous. Best wishes for your future endeavours,” he wrote. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister also praised Mirabai Chanu and said that the”talented weightlifter” is an inspiration for all sports lovers.
