T'gana Governor felicitates Sindhu, Manasi Joshi

Newly-crowned badminton world champion P V Sindhu, and Manasi Joshi, who won gold at the recent World Para-Badminton Championship, were felicitated by Telangana Governor E S L Narasimhan here on Wednesday.

Along with them, chief national coach P Gopichand and other coaches were also felicitated at a function at the Raj Bhavan.

Hailing their victories, Narasimhan described Sindhu as "pride of India" and Joshi as the "braveheart of India".

He said Sindhu would get rest only after winning gold in the Tokyo Olympics next year.

"Let me assure you, ladies and gentlemen, this Sindhu, with this gold medal will come to this Raj Bhavan. I may be there, I may not be there... The Raj Bhavan will felicitate her next year," he said.

Praising Joshi for her courage and determination, Narasimhan said she is a "role model for every one of us".

He also appreciated the coaches and trainers for their efforts.

Thanking the Governor for the felicitation, Gopichand said the achievements have ...