Modi Hosts Indian Olympians: Insights & Laughter from Paris

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a reception for the Indian Olympic contingent, where athletes shared experiences from the Paris Olympics. Badminton player Lakshya Sen recounted the strict guidance from coach Prakash Padukone, while hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh talked about his team's resilience. Modi emphasized the future prominence of Indian sports.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently hosted a reception for the Indian contingent that competed in the Paris Olympics, shedding light on their unique experiences and challenges. Athletes recounted anecdotes, including badminton player Lakshya Sen who spoke about his coach Prakash Padukone's strict rules.

Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh shared how the team fought back despite being down to 10 men against Great Britain. Modi also acknowledged the lack of air conditioning at the Games village, which had posed a significant challenge for the athletes.

Modi emphasized the Paris Olympics as a turning point for Indian sports, congratulating the athletes for their efforts and encouraging them to focus on future successes, including the potential hosting of the 2036 Olympics in India. He termed the athletes as 'India's soldiers of 2036 Olympics,' stressing the importance of their experiences in planning for future events.

(With inputs from agencies.)