Tokyo Olympics hockey stars Rupinder, Lakra overwhelmed by PM Modi's letters of appreciation on retirement
The Hindu
Rupinder and Lakra, who played integral parts in India's historic bronze medal feat in Tokyo, quit the game to make way for youngsters
Olympic bronze medallist hockey players Rupinder Pal Singh and Birendra Lakra on Saturday said they were overwhelmed by the appreciation they received from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on their retirements and have pledged to give back to the game after being inspired by the leader's passion for sports.
"Overwhelmed to receive this letter from our Hon'ble PM @narendramodi ji. His constant support to athletes has motivated us to do our best at Tokyo2020. Sir, I am inspired by your passion for sport and pledge to continue my contribution to Indian sports. @PMOIndia @ianuragthakur," Rupinder tweeted on Saturday.
Lakra added, "We athletes contribute our life to sport and when it is acknowledged by Hon'ble PM of the country, it feels like we have really done our bit for nation building.