Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeraj Chopra after his historic win at the World Athletics Championships on Sunday. He became the first-ever silver medallist from India at the World Athletics Championships.

PM Modi tweeted, “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.”