President Droupadi Murmu recently displayed her passion for sports by engaging in a friendly badminton match with star player Saina Nehwal. A video released by the president's office captures this moment, showing President Murmu dressed in a lilac-coloured traditional salwar-kameez paired with sports shoes. She and Saina Nehwal played at the badminton court in Rashtrapati Bhavan, where the president managed to score a point, eliciting cheers and applause from the audience.
President Droupadi Murmu Plays Badminton With Saina Nehwal
This event highlights President Murmu's interest in sports as India continues to make significant strides in the world of badminton. The president's office shared the video on social media with a caption that read, "President Droupadi Murmu plays with Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal for children to have fun and get inspired to take up sports for a healthy lifestyle.”
Saina Nehwal, known not only for her exceptional badminton skills but also for her accolades, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards, will be delivering a talk as part of the 'Her Story, My Story' lecture series at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. This series, which features women Padma Awardees, aims to inspire millions across the country by sharing the personal journeys and achievements of these remarkable women.
President Murmu's active participation in the badminton match underscores her commitment to promoting sports and fitness. Her involvement serves as an inspiration to many, demonstrating the importance of physical activity and sportsmanship. This event also aligns with India's growing prominence in badminton, particularly with women players making significant impacts on the international stage.
The video received widespread praise on social media, highlighting her skill in the game. The video amassed over 310.4K views, with users expressing admiration. One user noted, "She has good skills in the game." Another commented, "This is adorable." A third remarked, "Thank you, president, for inspiring us."
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