Speaker Birla felicitates CWG gold medallist Arundhati Chaudhary during Kota-Bundi visit
Jaipur, Aug 8
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla visited his Kota-Bundi constituency on Saturday and called on star boxer Arundhati Chaudhary at her residence, felicitating her and her family on her outstanding achievement at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games.
During the visit, Birla extended his warm wishes to Arundhati for winning the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games and praised her dedication, hard work and determination.
He said her achievement has brought pride not only to her family but also to the entire Kota-Bundi region.
Birla said Arundhati's success is a source of inspiration for young people, particularly daughters who aspire to make a mark in sports and other fields. He highlighted the importance of encouraging young talent and providing athletes with the support and opportunities they need to compete at the highest level.
Congratulating the boxer on her Commonwealth Games success, Birla said achievements such as these demonstrate the potential of India's youth. He expressed confidence that Arundhati would continue to work hard and achieve greater milestones in her sporting career.
Birla also encouraged Arundhati to continue representing the country with dedication and bring further glory to India as well as the Kota-Bundi region. He extended his best wishes to Arundhati and her family for her future endeavours, expressing hope that her journey would inspire more young athletes to take up sports and pursue excellence at national and international levels.
Birla said that stories of determination and achievement can motivate the younger generation to overcome challenges and pursue their ambitions with confidence.
He emphasised that daughters should be encouraged to participate in sports and given equal opportunities to develop their talent. The visit also underscored the growing recognition of sporting achievements from the region and the importance of supporting athletes who represent Rajasthan and the country on major international platforms.
Energy Minister Hiralal Nagar was also present during the occasion.
The leaders congratulated Arundhati on her achievement and wished her continued success in her sporting career.
With her Commonwealth Games gold medal, Arundhati has added another proud chapter to the sporting story of Kota-Bundi and emerged as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the region.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Finally our sportswomen are getting the recognition they deserve! It's so important for young girls to see role models like Arundhati. But I hope this isn't just for the cameras - we need sustained support like better training facilities, sponsorship, and government schemes for athletes from smaller towns. The real work starts now.
Commonwealth Games gold is no small feat! Hats off to Arundhati for her dedication. Lok Sabha Speaker visiting her residence shows that sports achievements are being valued at the highest political level. This sets a great example for other MPs to follow. Kota's daughters are truly talented - we just need to nurture them properly.
One gold medal and suddenly everyone wants a photo op! Where were these leaders when Arundhati was training in tough conditions without proper facilities? Our athletes achieve despite the system, not because of it. Instead of just felicitations, we need concrete action - more sports academies in tier-2 cities like Kota, better equipment, and financial security for athletes. The government should work on creating a proper sports ecosystem rather than just celebrating the wins. 🤔
बहुत गर्व की बात है! (Very proud moment!) Arundhati's achievement is an inspiration for every young girl in Rajasthan. Speaker Birla ji's visit shows that even our highest constitutional authorities value sporting excellence. This will definitely encourage more families to support their daughters in pursuing sports careers. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
Wonderful to see a woman athlete being celebrated at her home by such a senior leader. This sends a powerful message to our society - that girls in sports will be supported and respected. The emphasis on daughters getting equal opportunities in sports
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