Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Olympic medallist and renowned weightlifter Karnam Malleswari on Monday during his visit to Yamunanagar.

The Prime Minister praised Malleswari for her remarkable achievements in sports and her continued contribution to nurturing young talent. Sharing his thoughts on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi wrote:
“Met Olympic medalist and noted athlete, Karnam Malleswari in Yamunanagar yesterday. India is proud of her success as a sportswoman. Equally commendable is her effort to mentor young athletes.”

Karnam Malleswari made history at the 2000 Sydney Olympics by becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual Olympic medal, bringing home a bronze in weightlifting. She currently serves as the Vice-Chancellor of Delhi Sports University, where she continues to inspire and train future champions.