President Droupadi Murmu took on ace shuttler Saina Nehwal in a badminton game at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. The match took place on July 10 at the Badminton Court inside the Bhavan.
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“President Droupadi Murmu’s natural love for sports and games was seen when she played badminton with the much-celebrated player Ms. Saina Nehwal at the Badminton Court in Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President’s inspiring step is in keeping with India’s emergence as a badminton-power house, with women players making a great impact on the world stage,” reads the caption to pictures shared on the official X handle of President of India.
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It further reads, “As part of the ‘Her Story – My Story’ lecture series featuring women Padma Awardees, Ms Saina Nehwal, an iconic Indian sportsperson honoured with Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, will deliver a talk and interact with the audience at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre tomorrow.”
Take a look at the pictures below:
Saina Nehwal, too, shared a picture with the president and wrote, “What a memorable day of my life. Thank you so much, President Ma’am, for playing badminton with me.”
{{/usCountry}}Saina Nehwal, too, shared a picture with the president and wrote, “What a memorable day of my life. Thank you so much, President Ma’am, for playing badminton with me.”
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Check out how people reacted to these posts:
“Inspiring,” said an individual.
Another added, “Madam President is playing with Saina Nehwal.”
“Enjoyed seeing you playing badminton. Versatile personality,” comments a third.
A fourth posted, “Really proud of our President. Greatness is always matched with simplicity and humility.”
“Memorable indeed!” commented a fifth.
A sixth joined, “Two legends in one frame.”
“Two legendary women, queens,” expressed a seventh.