After Neeraj Chopra scripted history for India on Sunday, July 24, by clinching the Silver medal in the men's Javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships final, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the javelin thrower. The Indian athlete secured the second spot with his massive fourth-attempt throw of 88.13m.
PM Modi called Neeraj Chopra's silver medal victory at World Athletics Championships a "special moment for Indian sports". Taking to his Twitter, PM Modi wrote, "A great accomplishment by one of our most distinguished athletes! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra on winning a historic Silver medal at the World Championships. This is a special moment for Indian sports. Best wishes to Neeraj for his upcoming endeavours."