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In a heartwarming and inspiring moment for sports enthusiasts across the country, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at the Patna airport today. The unexpected meeting turned into a memorable encounter when the 14-year-old prodigy touched the Prime Minister’s feet and sought his blessings.
Prime Minister Modi, currently touring Bihar, shared this memorable encounter on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, posting:
“Met the young cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at Patna airport. His talent is winning hearts across the nation! Wishing him great success in the future.”
This gesture by the Prime Minister has touched the hearts of millions and further ignited national pride in Vaibhav’s extraordinary rise in Indian cricket.
A Humble Beginning to National Stardom
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, hailing from Samastipur, Bihar, has captured the imagination of cricket lovers with his meteoric rise to fame. Making his IPL debut at just 14 years old for the Rajasthan Royals in the 2025 season, Vaibhav has already etched his name in the history books. He played in 7 matches and amassed an impressive 252 runs, which included one blistering century and a well-crafted half-century.
Known for his calm composure and aggressive left-handed batting style, Vaibhav’s performance in his debut season stunned both fans and critics. His strokeplay, maturity, and fearless approach to the game have been compared to some of the greatest young talents Indian cricket has seen in recent decades.
The Moment That Captivated a Nation
The meeting between PM Modi and Vaibhav Suryavanshi wasn’t just a casual encounter. It symbolized the recognition of emerging talent from India’s heartland. In a country where cricket is almost a religion, such an acknowledgment from the highest office in the land can be life-changing for a young athlete.
Witnesses at the Patna airport described the meeting as emotional and uplifting. As Vaibhav bent down to touch PM Modi’s feet, the Prime Minister responded with a warm smile and offered words of encouragement, blessing the young cricketer for a bright and successful future. The moment was quickly shared across social media platforms and garnered massive engagement, with netizens lauding both the Prime Minister’s humility and Vaibhav’s respect and grounded nature.
A Symbol of New India
Vaibhav’s rise from a small town in Bihar to the glamour of the IPL, and now to the attention of the Prime Minister himself, is a testament to the growing accessibility of opportunities in New India. It is also a reminder that talent, when nurtured with discipline and passion, knows no bounds.
The Rajasthan Royals’ management, too, has been praised for backing such a young player and allowing him to shine on a national platform. Speaking to media earlier this week, the team’s coach said, “Vaibhav’s work ethic and focus are rare to see at such a young age. He has the potential to become one of the all-time greats if he continues on this path.”
A Future Full of Promise
As India looks toward building the next generation of cricketing legends, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already become a name to watch. His talent, humility, and the recent endorsement by Prime Minister Modi are bound to inspire countless other youngsters across the country, especially those coming from smaller towns and rural regions.
With his feet firmly on the ground and eyes on the horizon, Vaibhav’s journey is just beginning — and if his debut season is anything to go by, Indian cricket may well have found its next superstar.
As PM Modi rightly stated, “His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours.”
The nation echoes those sentiments today.
