Make India Olympics possible: PM Modi inspires Asian medalists to aim big

India’s Asian Games medalists said their meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday gave them a new sense of confidence. The athletes believe that his words of encouragement would encourage them to aim for greater success in the 2028 Olympics and also boost efforts to bring the game to India in 2036.

Modi interacted with the medal winners at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadiumto whom we congratulate them on their success at the continental event. He also spoke about India’s wider sporting ambitions, including the country’s plans to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and its bid to bring the 2036 Olympics to Indian soil.

Boxer Lovlina Borgohain said it Prime Minister’s vision on the future of Indian sportsalong with his encouraging message for athletes, motivated them to aim higher and follow bigger dreams.

“The way he motivated us and talked about the hard work of the athletes and his vision for the future was very motivating,” she said.

“He talked about the Commonwealth Games and efforts to host the Olympics in 2036. It is a big thing for every sportsperson that we can dream of hosting such big events in India. We will make it happen,” she added.

Sailor Nethra Kumanan, who secured bronze in the ILCA 6 women’s event, said the meet boosted her optimism about the future of Indian sports.

“The schemes and infrastructure he has built are a huge motivation for the growth of the sport in the country. It’s inspiring to see it grow, it’s inspiring to be a part of it,” Kumanan said.

Vithya Ramraj, who won three medals in Nagoya, said Modi urged the athletes to strive for their best results at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

“He told us we will do it. We will give 100 percent for the pride of our country,” Ramraj said.

Indian men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh described the meeting as a motivating experience and noted that Modi’s practice of interacting with athletes before and after major tournaments was a welcome initiative.

“He talked about the budget, the sport and the big picture. We said, ‘We’ll do it,’ and I think it was very good,” Harmanpreet said.

PM Modi also had special praise for the female athletes who brought home medals from the 2026 Asian Games during his rousing speech.

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