Saikhom mirabai chanu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Olympic silver medallist weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu shared how Prime Minister Narendra Modi consistently ensures that sportspersons receive prompt support and trust from the leadership, fostering an environment where talent can genuinely flourish.

Chanu believes this mix of personal encouragement and institutional backing shows a leader truly dedicated to India’s sporting spirit.

Months before the Tokyo Olympics, the weightlifter sustained an injury. This occurred during a period when travel restrictions were in effect due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mirabai and her team requested permission from the government to travel to the U.S. for treatment and training. “Only in a day, the PM accepted our request,” she said.