NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence hosted a gathering of India’s finest athletes, brimming with determination as they prepare to embark on their journey to the prestigious Paris Olympic Games.
Among them was the reigning Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, whose exceptional javelin-throwing prowess has brought immense pride to the nation.
Prime Minister Modi engaged in a delightful exchange with Neeraj Chopra, reminding him of a cherished delicacy from his home state – the mouthwatering ‘chooma’ lovingly prepared by his mother.
“Mera choorma abhi tak aaya nahi (I haven’t received my choorma yet),” PM Modi jokingly asked, as quoted by IANS.
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Among them was the reigning Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, whose exceptional javelin-throwing prowess has brought immense pride to the nation.
Prime Minister Modi engaged in a delightful exchange with Neeraj Chopra, reminding him of a cherished delicacy from his home state – the mouthwatering ‘chooma’ lovingly prepared by his mother.
“Mera choorma abhi tak aaya nahi (I haven’t received my choorma yet),” PM Modi jokingly asked, as quoted by IANS.
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“Is baar Haryana wala choorma khilayenge sir, pichli baar Delhi ka cheeni wala wala khaya tha” (This time I will treat you with choorma from Haryana; last time we had the sugary one from Delhi),” replied Chopra.
The Prime Minister jokingly expressed his longing for the homemade choorma, adding, “Mujhe tumhari maa ke haath ka choorma khana hai (I want to have choorma made by your mother).”
After their humorous banter, Prime Minister Modi wholeheartedly wished Neeraj and the entire Indian contingent the very best for the Paris Olympics. His words of encouragement, urging them to stay fit and injury-free, resonated with the athletes’ determination and resilience, instilling in them a renewed sense of confidence and motivation.
