An interaction between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian athletes took an entertaining turn when heavyweight boxer Narendra Berwal recounted a funny incident involving a Pakistani rival. The lighthearted moment led to laughter from the Prime Minister during the gathering.

A Memorable Exchange at the World Military Games

Sharing an anecdote from his time competing at the World Military Games, Berwal described a direct conversation he had with a boxer from Pakistan. According to the Indian pugilist, his opponent expressed a candid frustration tied directly to his first name.

Berwal revealed that the Pakistani rival admitted to him:

“Mujhe Narendra naam se nafrat ho gayi hai”
which translates to “I have started hating the name Narendra.” Hearing the story firsthand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi burst out laughing in response to the boxer's humorous recall.

Career Challenges and Setbacks

While Berwal enjoyed a viral moment with the Prime Minister, his athletic journey has also been marked by tough physical challenges. According to his family, injuries in both wrists significantly affected his performance on the international stage, costing him a potential gold medal at the Commonwealth Games (CWG).

A Lighthearted Moment

Despite the competitive pressures of international sports and past injury struggles, Berwal's candid story brought a warm and memorable exchange between the Indian leader and the national boxer.