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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday facilitated the Olympic-returned Indian competitors for breakfast at his residence, a day after commending their brilliant exhibition at the Tokyo Games from the bulwarks of the Red Fort.
Indian competitors got back from Tokyo with a take of seven medals, including Neeraj Chopra’s notable gold in athletics. It was the country’s best ever performance at the Olympics.
PM Modi, who had extolled the Indian competitors’ huge show during the 75th Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort on Sunday, was seen conversing with Neeraj Chopra and bronze medallist PV Sindhu, who become just the subsequent Indian and first women to win two Olympic medals.
The shuttler had likewise carried with her the silver medal she had succeeded at Rio five years ago.
The individuals from the India men’s hockey team that won a bronze medal after 41 years likewise spoke with the PM, who was seen examining a hockey stick.
Likewise, present was the wrestling contingent, which got back from the Olympics with two medals. Ravi Dahiya won a silver and Bajrang Punia a bronze medal.
Vinesh Phogat who has been suspended by the WFI for indiscipline was additionally present alongside youthful Anshu Malik, Seema Bisla and mentor Jagmander Singh.
The other medallist included weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, who opened India’s record at the Games on the first day rivalries with a silver medal and bronze winning fighter Lovlina Borgohain.
The women’s hockey group that surpassed all expectations by arriving at its maiden Olympic elimination round was likewise present close by the boxing, shooting and sports contingents.
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