March 29, 2026 1:47 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights rise of emerging sports, praises young athletes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the growing enthusiasm for sports among India’s youth and lauded emerging athletes for their achievements during the 132nd edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat. Emphasising the importance of sports in personal and national development, the Prime Minister reiterated his belief that “those who play, blossom,” noting that young Indians are increasingly taking up disciplines that were previously less popular. PM Modi praised G...