Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Indian athletes who participated in the Commonwealth Games for an interaction at his residence. The PM noted that he regularly meets players, emphasizing that their medals and achievements inspire Indian youth more effectively than direct encouragement to play sports. Multiple athletes shared personal stories of their journeys, including one who missed an Olympic medal by 1 kg and faced four years of injuries and family problems before achieving success. Another athlete described defeating Pakistan 5-0 on Kargil Vijay Diwas and dedicating the victory to Indian Army heroes. Several athletes credited the Khelo India scheme and Sports Authority of India (SAI) support for their development, with one noting they participated in the first Khelo India games in 2018. The PM emphasized that while sports arrangements are important, the country wins medals when a sports culture is built, and the athletes' victories serve as great inspiration for future generations. The interaction included lighthearted moments, with one athlete celebrating their birthday and receiving sweets from the PM.