"I will play for India, remember me": Cricket fan's bold placard catches sports minister's eye

Indeed, the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams, and this sentiment couldn't be more apparent than in a heartwarming incident at the India vs New Zealand World Cup 2023 match in Dharamsala. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur, had a remarkable encounter with a young cricket enthusiast, Iryaksh Aggarwal. The moment was captured in a photograph that speaks volumes. On a placard, Iryaksh boldly declared, "One day I will play for India. Remember me."

Minister Thakur was visibly touched by Iryaksh's determination and dreams. He took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his unwavering support, saying, "Absolutely heartwarming to see young Iryaksh Aggarwal’s determination and dreams. Awaiting your journey eagerly from placard to the pitch! Nurture your dreams, and together, we’ll watch them grow into reality."



The online community also joined in to celebrate Iryaksh's unwavering confidence, offering their best wishes for his journey. This poignant moment unfolded during Minister Thakur's presence at the World Cup match, where he also shared a hug with Team India's captain, Rohit Sharma, in celebration of their victory against New Zealand.