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History has been scripted: PM Modi, others congratulate Neeraj Chopra for Olympics gold - India Today

After Neeraj Chopra became only the second Indian to grab an individual Olympic gold by winning the men's javelin throw final at Tokyo 2020 on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the 23-year-old for scripting "history".

PM Modi wrote on Twitter, "History has been scripted at Tokyo! What Neeraj Chopra has achieved today will be remembered forever. The young Neeraj has done exceptionally well. He played with remarkable passion and showed unparalleled grit. Congratulations to him for winning the Gold."

PM Modi also talked to Neeraj Chopra soon after he won the gold medal. He said, "Just spoke to Neeraj Chopra and congratulated him on winning the Gold! Appreciated his hard work and tenacity, which have been on full display during Tokyo2020."

"He personifies the best of sporting talent and sportsman spirit. Best wishes for his future endeavours," the Prime Minister added.

Neeraj Chopra, who ended India's 121-year wait for an athletics medal with his gold in the javelin final, has earned praises from all corners. Social media has been flooded with congratulatory messages for him.

President of India Ram Nath Kovind congratulated Neeraj Chopra, saying his "gold breaks barriers and creates history".

The President tweeted, "Unprecedented win by Neeraj Chopra!Your javelin gold breaks barriers and creates history. You bring home first ever track and field medal to India in your first Olympics. Your feat will inspire our youth. India is elated! Heartiest congratulations!"

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Congratulations to India’s ace Javelin Thrower, Neeraj Chopra for winning the prestigious Track and Field medal for the first time in the history of Independent India. Gold medal in the Javelin throw event at the Olympics is unprecedented. Proud of him for creating history!"

Anurag Thakur, who is the Union Sports Minister, also congratulated the athlete from Haryana. "Your superbly soaring throw deserves a Billion Cheers! Your name will be etched in the history books with golden letters," he wrote.

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar also congratulated the athlete from his state. He tweeted in Hindi, saying, "The whole country had been waiting for this moment. The whole is proud of you."

Dushyant Chautala, who is the deputy chief minister of Haryana, called Neeraj Chopra the "Golden boy of India".

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said, "History has been scripted! Beyond proud of Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra for winning the Gold Medal at the Olympics 2020! Today, the entire nation shall rejoice in this glorious victory! Many, many Congratulations to you!"

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat, said, "Neeraj Chopra has proven that when there is the WILL there is a way. He has done the Armed Forces and the Nation proud like many other Olympians who have created history in TOKYO 2020."

He added, "We are confident you will continue to reach greater heights in the years to follow. Your achievement will inspire and motivate other sportspersons to aspire and succeed to bring bigger laurels and greater honour to our Nation.

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