Light-hearted moments were witnessed at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday when President Droupadi Murmu indulged in a game of badminton with famous Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal.
In a video, President Murmu can be seen wearing a white salwar-kurta and sports shoes as he joins the former world number one on the court, watched by many staff and spectators. What makes it even more surprising is that the President even managed to score three points against the 10-time Super Series title winner.
“President Murmu of DroupadiHis deep love for the sport is evident when he plays badminton with famous players. Saina Nehwal at Rashtrapati Bhavan. “This inspiring initiative reflects India’s rise as a badminton powerhouse, especially with women players making significant strides at the global level,” shared the official social media account of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Saina Nehwal, India's first Olympic medallist in badminton, is scheduled to deliver a lecture and interact with the audience at Rashtrapati Bhavan cultural centre on Thursday as part of the 'Her Story – My Story' lecture series featuring women Padma awardees.
