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Modi tweeted his pictures with the medal winners, including shooting sensation gold winner Manu Bhaker and members of the silver medal-winning men's and women's hockey players.
Updated : Oct 21, 2018, 04:51 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with India's medal winners at the Youth Olympic Games, from where the country returned with 13 medals in its best-ever show at the marquee event.
Modi tweeted his pictures with the medal winners, including shooting sensation gold winner Manu Bhaker and members of the silver medal-winning men's and women's hockey players.
"Proud of our Yuva Shakti! Interacted with our young athletes, who won medals in the @BuenosAires2018 Youth Olympic Games," Modi wrote in a series of tweets.
Here are his tweets
Proud of our Yuva Shakti!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Interacted with our young athletes, who won medals in the @BuenosAires2018 Youth Olympic Games. pic.twitter.com/bqJMezxOvj
Youngsters like Maninder Singh will surely boost the popularity of Indian hockey.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Proud of this athlete.
Congratulated him on being a part of the Silver medal winning hockey team in @BuenosAires2018. @youtholympics pic.twitter.com/wpvdOTZaKV
Met Pawan, a talented hockey player and part of the team that represented India in @BuenosAires2018. His passion towards hockey is admirable. pic.twitter.com/fAYHWqkF0F
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Rabichandra Moirangthem's four goals and wonderful game remained an asset for the Indian team through the @youtholympics 2018. Extremely proud of this youngster. pic.twitter.com/hrqQkgatyY
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
The formidable Prashant Kumar Chauhan has distinguished himself as a reliable goal keeper of the Men’s hockey team. Delighted to meet him. pic.twitter.com/dyYcJ6PfrU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Glad to have met my friend, the young hockey player, Rahul Kumar Rajbhar earlier today.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
He shared his experiences with me from @BuenosAires2018.
Congratulated him for his and the team’s wonderful performance. pic.twitter.com/KAjbTD2GN7
Sanjay’s six goals through the 2018 Youth Olympics added much needed strength to the hockey team. Happy to have met this youngster. pic.twitter.com/sZvPu5RUsp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Ace forward Shivam Anand was in stupendous form during @BuenosAires2018.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
His hardwork had a major role to play in the Indian team winning the Silver.
He scored a total of 8 goals through the tournament. Congratulations to him. pic.twitter.com/Wvsoq5ufpE
Sudeep Chirmako is India's pride.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
This hockey player scored 11 goals, including 4 in one match against Austria, during the @youtholympics.
He has worked hard and I wish him the very best for his future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/G6y3Gozo9W
Our captain leading from the front!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
With Vivek Sagar Prasad, who captained the Silver medal winning Men's hockey team.
Vivek himself played well against Bangladesh, Australia and Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/ONCtYuBWbn
Baljeet Kaur is a forward in the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Her game immensely helped the team, which brought home the Silver medal in the Youth Olympics 2018.
My wishes for a bright future, Baljeet.
This team has shown the power of the Indian youth. pic.twitter.com/vXrjSuMmCC
A midfielder's role is extremely important in Hockey, to convert opportunities into successes.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Chetna played this role with great skill for the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team in Youth Olympics 2018 and won us the silver medal.
Congratulations Chetna! pic.twitter.com/M9kqfE8Ac9
Congratulations to Bichu Devi Kharibam for her contribution towards winning the Silver medal for India at @BuenosAires2018.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Her reliable goalkeeping skills have been widely appreciated. pic.twitter.com/dHj13WDazm
Khushboo is a goalkeeper in the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team. It is one of the most important roles in game and Khushboo is adept at it.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Congratulations to her for helping the team win the silver medal at the Youth Olympics 2018! pic.twitter.com/IFVmp6eszd
Ishika Chaudhary is a defender in the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team who is known for her strong defense skills.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
I congratulate Ishika for her sterling contribution in the team's Silver medal at the Youth Olympics 2018. Wishes for a bright future ahead! pic.twitter.com/A2te2cMwaU
Yuva Shakti and Nari Shakti make India proud.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Young Lalremsiami, a forward, scored 9 enthralling goals in the Youth Olympics 2018 and helped Indian Junior Women's Hockey team win the Silver medal in the tournament.
Congratulations and best wishes for a bright future! pic.twitter.com/Cl3Ta90DF5
Meet Mumtaz Khan whose thrilling game as a forward in the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team played an important role in their Silver medal victory at the Youth Olympics 2018. She scored 10 goals!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
We are proud of you, Mumtaz. Congratulations! pic.twitter.com/0Ex59cx58u
Reet is a midfielder who not only controlled the game and helped others score goals but also scored 5 goals herself at the Youth Olympics 2018.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Well played, Reet! pic.twitter.com/2yUMqcMuhI
Even at a young age, Salima Tete showed excellent leadership skills to lead the Indian Junior Women's Hockey team to a Silver medal at the Youth Olympics 2018. Not only did she lead and defend but also scored 4 goals.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Congratulations Salima and may you have a bright future! pic.twitter.com/V11jnImxIv
Meet my young friend Jeremy Lalrinnunga.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
The youngster from Mizoram bagged a Gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games by lifting a total of 274 kg, which was only one kilogram short of the Seniors National records!
Many congratulations, Jeremy! pic.twitter.com/ZXV77rxEfc
It was a delight meeting Akash Malik, who won a Silver medal for India in Men’s Recurve Individual Archery event at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
His determination towards sports is praiseworthy.
My best wishes for all his future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/8QWKcPNv7w
It was a proud moment for India, when the young and energetic @lakshya_sen bagged the Silver in Men’s Singles Badminton at 2018 Youth Olympic Games. His focus on the game and sportsman spirit are admirable. Glad to have met him today. pic.twitter.com/qftc1Wofhn
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Manu Bhaker is India’s pride!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Strong and determined, she proved her mettle by clinching the Gold in 10m Air Pistol Shooting event at 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
Many congratulations on her achievement and may she bring many more laurels for the country. @realmanubhaker pic.twitter.com/Th7GmkTpAj
The talented Mehuli Ghosh is an inspiration for the younger generations.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
She has made the country proud by winning a Silver medal in the 10m Air Rifle Shooting category at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
Many congratulations for her splendid performance. @GhoshMehuli pic.twitter.com/EKUmxlgVJQ
Kudos to Tushar Mane for striking the Silver at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in 10m Air Rifle Shooting event.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
His dedication towards sports is commendable.
It was great meeting him today. May he win many more laurels in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/1HFi9YxIal
Saurabh Chaudhary is a star! He won a Gold medal in 10m Air Pistol Shooting event at @BuenosAires2018.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Hailing from Meerut, he started shooting in 2015 and at the age of 16 he won his first Asian Games Gold. Glad to know that he enjoys farming. pic.twitter.com/qc6azpErRS
India is proud of Simran, who won a Silver medal in the 43kg Women’s Freestyle Wrestling at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Many congratulations to her for achieving this feat. Simran has also won medals in various global championships in the past few years. pic.twitter.com/0QfihbVgpk
Meet Praveen Chithravel. The youngster from Tamil Nadu secured a Bronze in the Men’s Triple Jump event at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Previously, he had also won a Gold medal in the inaugural Khelo India School Games. Many congratulations and keep it up, Praveen! pic.twitter.com/DHlrkDeX9m
Uttarakhand’s Suraj Panwar has made India proud on the world stage by securing a Silver medal in the Men’s 5000m Race Walk at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Many congratulations to him for this accomplishment and may he keep on attaining new milestones! pic.twitter.com/haD34wNXGj
Tababi Devi Thangjam achieved a marvellous feat at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games. She won a Silver medal in Judo in the women's 44kg category. This medal is truly special in India's Olympic history. It was great interacting with her today. pic.twitter.com/d7ZjMYgIkf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Every athlete who won a medal in the @youtholympics held in @BuenosAires2018 has worked very hard for several years.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2018
Their success will inspire many other youngsters to shine on the playing field.
Wishing these young stars the very best for their future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/pJk7sAqNT8
India concluded with three gold, nine silver, and one bronze at the event that was launched in 2010.