New Delhi: Prime Minister’s gesture Narendra ModiWho told heartbroken athlete Pooja Gehlot that she Commonwealth Games The bronze medalist called for celebration, not an apology, earning praise on social media as users globally praised her inspiring leadership.
People in countries like Pakistan lauded Modi’s inspiring spirit and questioned the apathy of their own rulers, who may not have even been aware that athletes were winning medals.
In the semi-finals of women’s 50 kg freestyle wrestling at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Gehlot fought hard but could not win the match. In the post-match press conference, he made no effort to hide his disappointment.
A tearful Gehlot told reporters that she wanted the national anthem to be played after her victory in the competition but could only clinch bronze.
Given the athlete’s dismay from a video tweeted by ANIPrime Minister Narendra Modi stepped in to console and encourage them.
“Worship, your medal calls for ceremony, not apology. Your life journey inspires us, your success delights us. You are destined for great things ahead… Keep shining!” Prime Minister said in a post.
The reply soon went viral as many others also posted encouraging words for the emotional athlete. However, many more praised Modi’s gesture of support.
One of the first reactions came from a Pakistani media person. Shiraz Hassan Who compared Modi’s style with the attitude of the leaders of the neighboring country.
“India projects its athletes like this. Pooja Gehlot won the bronze and expressed grief as she was unable to win the gold medal, and PM Modi replied to her. Ever seen such a message from the PM or President of Pakistan? Do they even know that Pakistani athletes are winning medals? Hasan Tweeted?
Another netizen quoted the tweet as saying that this was the exact reason “Modi is the best”.
A Twitter user named Gautam Anand said, “When the PM himself inspires and encourages you… Respect. We are proud of you Pooja Gehlot.”
Another user Tarangini Das said that such gestures made Modi different from all other leaders.
“This is what makes PM Modi different from all our other prime ministers. He stands by our sportspersons like no one has ever done. We are proud of Pooja Gehlot. Even in such tough games Participating and training is an achievement. You have won the bronze it is a huge success,” said the user.
Another netizen said that whatever the political views of a person, gestures should be respected. He posted, “A person may have different political views but this gesture deserves appreciation.”
Many users have compared Modi’s leadership style to that of the head of the family or the father who takes care of every member. Prime Minister Modi has always taken a keen interest in India’s sportspersons, with many of whom he keeps in regular touch with.
India’s wrestling contingent ended its 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games campaign, with all twelve wrestlers earning medals. It was one of the best performances ever by wrestlers at the Games.
Indian wrestler Pooja Gehlot won bronze medal in women’s 50kg at Commonwealth Games. She defeated Christine Lemoffac Lechidzio of Scotland at the Coventry Arena wrestling mat on Saturday.
Pooja Gehlot won the bronze medal match 12-2 and won on the basis of technical superiority. The match lasted three minutes forty nine seconds. The Indian wrestler took a 10-2 lead in the first period and the pressure was on his opponent. Gehlot was in good form in the match. She managed to hold her own and kept her opponent away to win the bronze medal.
People in countries like Pakistan lauded Modi’s inspiring spirit and questioned the apathy of their own rulers, who may not have even been aware that athletes were winning medals.
In the semi-finals of women’s 50 kg freestyle wrestling at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Gehlot fought hard but could not win the match. In the post-match press conference, he made no effort to hide his disappointment.
A tearful Gehlot told reporters that she wanted the national anthem to be played after her victory in the competition but could only clinch bronze.
Given the athlete’s dismay from a video tweeted by ANIPrime Minister Narendra Modi stepped in to console and encourage them.
“Worship, your medal calls for ceremony, not apology. Your life journey inspires us, your success delights us. You are destined for great things ahead… Keep shining!” Prime Minister said in a post.
The reply soon went viral as many others also posted encouraging words for the emotional athlete. However, many more praised Modi’s gesture of support.
One of the first reactions came from a Pakistani media person. Shiraz Hassan Who compared Modi’s style with the attitude of the leaders of the neighboring country.
“India projects its athletes like this. Pooja Gehlot won the bronze and expressed grief as she was unable to win the gold medal, and PM Modi replied to her. Ever seen such a message from the PM or President of Pakistan? Do they even know that Pakistani athletes are winning medals? Hasan Tweeted?
Another netizen quoted the tweet as saying that this was the exact reason “Modi is the best”.
A Twitter user named Gautam Anand said, “When the PM himself inspires and encourages you… Respect. We are proud of you Pooja Gehlot.”
Another user Tarangini Das said that such gestures made Modi different from all other leaders.
“This is what makes PM Modi different from all our other prime ministers. He stands by our sportspersons like no one has ever done. We are proud of Pooja Gehlot. Even in such tough games Participating and training is an achievement. You have won the bronze it is a huge success,” said the user.
Another netizen said that whatever the political views of a person, gestures should be respected. He posted, “A person may have different political views but this gesture deserves appreciation.”
Many users have compared Modi’s leadership style to that of the head of the family or the father who takes care of every member. Prime Minister Modi has always taken a keen interest in India’s sportspersons, with many of whom he keeps in regular touch with.
India’s wrestling contingent ended its 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games campaign, with all twelve wrestlers earning medals. It was one of the best performances ever by wrestlers at the Games.
Indian wrestler Pooja Gehlot won bronze medal in women’s 50kg at Commonwealth Games. She defeated Christine Lemoffac Lechidzio of Scotland at the Coventry Arena wrestling mat on Saturday.
Pooja Gehlot won the bronze medal match 12-2 and won on the basis of technical superiority. The match lasted three minutes forty nine seconds. The Indian wrestler took a 10-2 lead in the first period and the pressure was on his opponent. Gehlot was in good form in the match. She managed to hold her own and kept her opponent away to win the bronze medal.