Jitesh Sharma expresses pride in participating in MY Bharat Youth Convention, praises PM Modi's support for sports
New Delhi, June 6
Indian cricketer Jitesh Sharma expressed pride in participating in the Youth for Viksit Bharat-MY Bharat Youth Convention event on Saturday, and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his active support of Indian sports.
In line with PM Modi's vision of empowering youth as the driving force behind the journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), organised the 'Youth for Viksit Bharat, MY Bharat Youth Convention' on Saturday at Thyagaraj Stadium, New Delhi.
Speaking to reporters, Jitesh Sharma highlighted how PM Modi closely follows athletes' performances, encourages them, and recalled how he personally motivated the Indian team after the 2023 World Cup final loss in Ahmedabad.
Jitesh also described India's back-to-back trophy wins as a rare achievement and emphasised that the efforts of administrators behind such successes often do not receive the recognition they deserve. "It always feels good when the topic is youth; seeing your fellow players progress brings great joy. I feel very proud to have been invited here for this. I want to say that I am a huge fan of PM Modi. The way he as Prime Minister is so deeply involved in sports and offers such immense support is remarkable; he stays informed about every player and every victory, offering encouragement and even tweeting about them," Jitesh Sharma said.
"When India lost the 2023 World Cup, he personally visited the dressing room and motivated the team. If you ask me seriously, it is a huge achievement because winning back-to-back trophies is very rare. Yet, the hard work behind it--specifically that of the administration--often goes unacknowledged, as the focus usually remains on the players," he said.
MY Bharat Youth Convention brought together more than 6,000 young participants from across the country, representing diverse backgrounds, including students, young professionals, young women, entrepreneurs, content creators, innovators, emerging leaders and achievers.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's great to see the youth being involved in such conventions. But let's not forget that real change for sports in India needs grassroots development—better facilities in villages and small towns. PM Modi's motivation is nice, but sustained investment matters more.
As someone who follows cricket from abroad, it's interesting to see how PM Modi's personal touch resonates with players. The 2023 World Cup dressing room visit was a class act. India's back-to-back trophy wins are indeed rare, but the real test is sustaining this momentum for the 2027 World Cup. 🏏
Jitesh Sharma is a solid player, but I wish he'd acknowledged the role of coaches like Rahul Dravid and support staff more than just 'administration.' Still, any platform that pushes youth towards sports is welcome. Viksit Bharat 2047 needs strong, healthy youth! 💪
It's refreshing to see an Indian cricketer speak so openly about politics and sports. In the West, athletes often avoid such topics. But I hope this doesn't become a distraction—the focus should stay on performance, not just praise for leaders. Still, good for the youth trying to make a difference!
I was at the MY Bharat convention last week—it was inspiring to see so many young entrepreneurs and innovators. Jitesh Sharma's speech was a highlight, but I think we need more female athletes represented at these events. Let's support women's cricket and sports scholarships too! ✨
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