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Teen cricketer's smile steals the show
17 Oct
Summary
- Prime Minister Modi praised young athletes for Asian Games achievements.
- Teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reacted with a smile.
- Modi emphasized early talent identification and support initiatives.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently felicitated India's medal-winning athletes from the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games in New Delhi. During the event, he particularly praised young competitors, noting that many were between 15 and 17 years old. Modi highlighted their achievements, stating that age is not a restriction for success in sports and that starting young offers a significant advantage.
During the Prime Minister's address, teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who secured gold with the men's cricket team, was observed smiling, a moment that garnered attention. Modi also spoke about the government's focus on identifying and nurturing sporting talent from a young age, between 5 and 15 years old.
He detailed initiatives like Khelo India and Emerging Khelo India, aimed at creating more opportunities for aspiring athletes. This push for early development is designed to build a robust pathway for young talent to progress and compete at higher levels. Sooryavanshi is currently preparing for India's final T20I against West Indies on October 17, 2026, followed by a tour to New Zealand.
