As the Indian contingent gears up for the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed his heartfelt best wishes to the athletes. With 117 athletes representing India across 16 sports disciplines, the nation is poised to achieve new heights at the Summer Games. The contingent comprises 70 men and 47 women, who will compete in 69 events and aim for 95 medals.
Prime Minister Modi expressed his admiration and support for the athletes through a post on social media platform X. He stated, “As the Paris #Olympics commences, my best wishes to the Indian contingent. Every athlete is India’s pride. May they all shine and embody the true spirit of sportsmanship, inspiring us with their exceptional performances. #Paris2024.”
India’s performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics saw the country achieve a record medal tally of seven. This year, the goal is to surpass this milestone and achieve a double-digit medal count for the first time in Olympic history. The Prime Minister’s encouraging words reflect the nation’s collective hope and excitement for the athletes’ success.
The Indian contingent is determined to make history in Paris by achieving unprecedented success. The 2024 Summer Games present an opportunity for India to improve its all-time best Olympic performance and secure a spot among the top-performing nations. With rigorous training and unwavering determination, the athletes are ready to showcase their talent on the world stage.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also extended his best wishes to the Indian athletes, with a special mention of the three athletes from Gujarat. He highlighted their significant achievements and the pride they bring to the state. “Our star athletes Neeraj Chopra, PV Sindhu, Sharath Kamal, PR Sreejesh, Rohan Bopanna, and Mirabai Chanu, along with 117 other Indian competitors, will take part in 16 events at the Paris Olympics 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally interacted with these athletes and extended his best wishes for their success,” CM Patel stated.
The Chief Minister acknowledged Prime Minister Modi’s role in fostering a vibrant sports culture in Gujarat through initiatives like the Khel Mahakumbh. This has nurtured many talented athletes, leading to the selection of Harmeet Desai and Manav Thakkar in table tennis, and Elavenil Valarivan in air rifle shooting for the Paris Olympics 2024. Their participation marks a significant milestone in Gujarat’s sports history.
As the athletes prepare to compete in Paris, the nation stands united in support. The Chief Minister emphasized the immense pride and hope that all citizens of the country have for the athletes’ success. He stated, “The participation of these three exceptional athletes from Gujarat in the Paris Olympics is a moment of immense pride for the state. All citizens hope for their success and for the Indian tricolour to be proudly displayed at the Paris Olympics.”
The nation’s excitement to ‘Cheer for Bharat’ is palpable as everyone eagerly awaits the athletes’ performances. Prime Minister Modi’s motivational message and the support from Gujarat underscore the collective spirit and determination to see India excel on the global stage.
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