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Rajnath Singh meets defence force medallists, hails women athletes
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Defence Force medallists from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 and congratulated them on their achievements. Business Today reports that Singh particularly praised the strong participation of women…
The Story in Brief
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Defence Force medallists from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 and congratulated them on their achievements. Business Today reports that Singh particularly praised the strong participation of women athletes, especially in boxing, calling their success a powerful example of 'Nari Shakti'. He said the performances show women can excel in every field and are a proud moment for the armed forces and the nation. The interaction celebrated the dedication, discipline and sporting excellence of India's Defence Force athletes on the international stage.
The Indian Opinion
The 'Nari Shakti' praise is encouraging, but it must translate into concrete support. The narrative can become hollow if the armed forces do not increase recruitment and training opportunities for women athletes. The real test will be whether the Ministry of Defence allocates a separate budget line for women's sports in the next fiscal year, ensuring long-term investment rather than occasional accolades.
Source: businesstoday.in
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