PMINDIA
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met and felicitated the medal winners of the 2018 Summer Youth Olympics, held in Argentina.
Prime minister urged them to remain focussed and work harder to achieve their goal of reaching the podium in the coming Olympics. Prime Minister assured the athletes that Government would provide them adequate support and facilities.
Shri Modi said that the young athletes should inspire youngsters in their schools and villages to take up sports.
The Prime Minister complimented the coaches of the medal winners for their contribution in raising India’s profile on the global stage.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met and felicitated the medal winners of the 2018 Asian Para Games.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister expressed happiness at receiving the medal winners. Appreciating their performance, he remarked that their mental strength was a key factor in their success. The Prime Minister complimented them for contributing to raising India’s profile on the global stage.
The Prime Minister also expressed appreciation for the coaches of the medal winners.
He urged the athletes to keep up their spirit of optimism, and persevere to achieve even greater heights.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated the team of Sawarn Singh, Dattu Baban Bhokanal, Om Prakash and Sukhmeet Singh on winning Gold in Rowing Men’s Quadruple Sculls event at the 18th Asian Games 2018 in Jakarta – Palembang, Indonesia.
“Great rowing by our team. They have enhanced India’s pride by winning the Gold in the Rowing Men’s Quadruple Sculls event. Congratulations to the team of Sawarn Singh, Dattu Baban Bhokanal, Om Prakash and Sukhmeet Singh”, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan on winning Gold in Men’s Doubles Tennis event at the 18th Asian Games 2018 in Jakarta – Palembang, Indonesia.
“When Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan play, expect wonderful tennis! A well-deserved Gold for them in the Men’s Doubles event. Congrats to these players”, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Saurabh Chaudhary on winning gold in Men’s 10m Air Pistol event at the 18th Asian Games 2018 in Jakarta – Palembang, Indonesia
“16-year old Saurabh Chaudhary illustrates the potential and prowess our youth is blessed with. This exceptional youngster brings home a Gold in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol event at the Asian Games 2018. Congratulations to him! “, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Vinesh Phogat on winning Gold in 50kg wrestling event at the 18th Asian Games 2018 in Jakarta- Palembang, Indonesia.
The Prime Minister said, “Another tournament, another medal! India rejoices in the victory of Vinesh Phogat. Congratulations to her on winning the Gold in the 50Kg wrestling event at the Asian Games 2018. Vinesh’s repeated success will surely inspire upcoming athletes”.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Bajrang Punia on winning Gold in 65 kg freestyle wrestling at Asian Games 2018.
“Congratulations Bajrang Punia for the memorable victory in the 65 kg freestyle wrestling. This win is even more special because it is India’s first Gold in the Asian Games-2018. Best wishes for your future endeavours”, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today interacted with the Commonwealth Games 2018 medal winners in Table Tennis. The sportspersons had called on the Prime Minister at Parliament House, New Delhi.
The Prime Minister congratulated the medal winners for their exemplary performance in the international arena. He added that their performance have made the entire nation proud.
The Prime Minister acknowledged the rise of sporting talents from the small towns in India and emphasized the need for continuously nurturing them.
Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports, Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore, were present on the occasion.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
He responded to questions during an interaction with students.
On a question on the challenges facing Asia in the 21st century, the Prime Minister noted that it is often said that the 21st century will be Asia’s century. It is essential to believe in ourselves and know that this is our turn, he added. We must rise to the occasion and take that leadership, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister referred to his recent meeting with President Xi Jinping in China. He said that he gave a document to President Xi, which shows that out of the last 2000 years, India and China’s combined share of global GDP has exceeded 50 percent for 1600 years. Further, this was largely achieved without conflict, he said. The Prime Minister said that we must focus on boosting connectivity without conflict.
The Prime Minister said that space technology has a key role to play in good governance. It can vastly improve the life of the common man, he said. Space technology helps us in properly mapping our development infrastructure – be it in terms of where do we need more schools, better roads, added hospitals, the Prime Minister said.
Responding to a question on the balance between tradition and globalization, the Prime Minister said that mankind has progressed through the ages due to innovation and due to ethics as well as humanitarian values. He said technology is aiding human creativity. Various social media platforms have given voice to millions, he said.
Talking about ensuring inclusive growth in the age of the fourth industrial revolution, the Prime Minister said that disruption does not mean destruction. He said technology empowers people, and a technology driven society breaks social barriers. Technology has to be affordable and user-friendly, he added. He recalled that people were once apprehensive about computers, but computers helped transform our lives.
Six women officers of the Indian Navy, who successfully circumnavigated the globe on the sailing vessel, INSV Tarini, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
The expedition, known as the Navika Sagar Parikrama, was the first-ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew.
During the interaction, the crew made a presentation on various aspects of the mission, their preparation, training, and experiences during the journey.
The Prime Minister congratulated the crew on the success of their mission. He encouraged them to share and write about their unique experiences during the journey. Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba, was present on the occasion.
The vessel was skippered by Lt. Commander Vartika Joshi, and the crew also comprised Lt. Commanders Pratibha Jamwal, P Swathi, and Lieutenants S Vijaya Devi, B Aishwarya and Payal Gupta.
