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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today expressed his pride in Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. PM Modi stated that his determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation.
Shri Modi wished that he may continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes, conveying best wishes for his future endeavours.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister shared:
"Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation. May he continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes. Best wishes for his future endeavours!
#CWG2026"
Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation. May he continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes.… pic.twitter.com/ab6hAi7vnA
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2026
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Source attribution: Press Information Bureau, Government of India.