Sports spree in Sikkim: PM Modi kicks off his morning playing, chatting with young football players

Narendra Modi interacted with young footballers during his visit to Gangtok, Sikkim, where he was seen encouraging players and sharing insights on sports and discipline. The informal interaction came alongside his official engagements in the state, where he emphasised the importance of fitness, youth participation in sports, and building a stronger sporting culture in India. The moment, captured during a football session with local youngsters, highlighted the government’s broader push to promote sports at the grassroots level while connecting with youth across the country.