Watch: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's unmissable reaction after PM Modi's special remark

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured the imagination of the entire nation and it seems like Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also a fan of him. While speaking to the Asian Games contingent, PM Modi had special praise reserved for the 15-year-old and that drew a smile on the face of Sooryavanshi.

Sooryavanshi was among the Indian athletes felicitated by PM Modi in Delhi on Thursday following the country’s campaign at the 2026 Asian Games. The 15-year-old cricketer was part of India’s men’s team that clinched the gold medal in Tokyo.

During his address to the contingent, PM Modi highlighted how teenagers as young as 15 are making their mark on the international stage and winning medals for India. His observation brought a smile to Sooryavanshi’s face as he listened to the Prime Minister.

“This time in the Asian Games, there were many players on Team India whose age was only 15 to 17 years. At such a young age, these players have enhanced the pride of the country with their spectacular performances. They have won the hearts of the countrymen. This shows that for success, age is not a restriction. In sports, it is the start made at a young age that becomes an added advantage,” said PM Modi.

“Therefore, it is our effort that in sports, the identification of talent should happen at a young age. For children between 5 and 15 years of age, we are especially focused on identifying sporting talent and its training. In the coming years, thousands of new players will get opportunities to advance through Khelo India and Emerging Khelo India,” PM Modi added.

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During his address, PM Modi heaped praise on the contingent for bring glory to the nation. He had a special mention for the female athletes, who brought home most of the medals during the games.

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