'Chaar Chaand Laga Diya': PM Modi Hails Jadumani Singh's Kargil Vijay Diwas Victory Over Pakistan During CWG 2026 | VIDEO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian Army boxer and silver medallist Jadumani Singh Mandengbam for dedicating his victory over Pakistan to the heroes of the Kargil War. Modi said Singh’s gesture carried special significance because he was himself a soldier and had dedicated his medal to those who emerged victorious in Kargil. "Main jarur maanta hu ki desh ke veer jawano ko, aapne jo bhaav…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Indian Army boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam for his victory over Pakistan during the Commonwealth Games 2026, hailing it as a moment of triumph over the adversary that needed to be defeated. Modi emphasized that Singh's gesture of dedicating his silver medal to the heroes of the Kargil War carried special significance, as he himself had fought in that war.
The prime minister stated that by dedicating his medal to the victorious Kargil soldiers, Singh added a layer of glory to their triumph. Modi further praised Singh's dominant performance in the men's 55kg boxing event, where he outclassed Pakistan's Sumama Rehman 5-0 in the Round of 16. This emotional match took on added emotional weight given the occasion and Singh's opponent.
The prime minister's remarks underscored the patriotic importance of Singh's sporting achievement and his tribute to the armed forces. Singh's decision to honor the Kargil heroes with his medal highlighted the deep connection between his identity as a soldier and his success in the boxing ring.
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