PM Modi Hails Gurindervir Singh, Animesh Kujur For Rewriting 100m National Record In 'Mann Ki Baat'
GH News May 31, 2026 08:09 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised sprinters Gurindervir Singh and Animesh Kujur during 'Mann Ki Baat' after the duo broke the men's 100m national record three times in two days. Calling their rivalry a "unique Jugalbandi", Modi lauded their dedication and urged people to learn from their journey. Their performances have sparked excitement and renewed optimism in Indian athletics.

In his latest episode of the popular monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the inspiring performance of two young Indian athletes who have captured the nation’s attention with their extraordinary achievements in sprinting.

National Record Broken Three Times In Two Days

Addressing the audience on Sunday, the Prime Minister spoke enthusiastically about the thrilling developments in the men’s 100-metre race, where the national record was broken three times within just two days.

Prime Minister Modi said, “Friends, one event that is being widely discussed across the country is the 100-metre race. Within a span of just two days, the national record in the men’s 100-m race was broken three times. The two athletes who achieved this remarkable feat are Gurindervir Singh and Animesh Kujur.”

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