New Delhi, Sept. 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hailed Anandkumar Velkumar for winning India's first-ever gold medal at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Proud of Anandkumar Velkumar for winning the Gold at the Senior Men's 1000m Sprint in the Speed Skating World Championships 2025. His grit, speed and spirit have made him India's first World Champion in skating. His accomplishment will inspire countless youngsters. Congratulations to him and best wishes for all future endeavours."Velkumar, 22, clinched the top podium in the Senior Men's 1000m Sprint in Beidaihe, China, clocking 1:24.924. The gold is India's first world title in skating. Earlier in the competition, he had secur...