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Prime Minister Narendra Modi: A group of 17 young footballers from Sikkim described their interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “unforgettable” and also expressed joy over getting a rare opportunity to play football with him during his recent visit to Gangtok.

The interaction took place at Lok Bhawan, where the players, representing different parts of the state, including Namchi and nearby regions, not only played a friendly match but also engaged in informal conversations with the Prime Minister on sports, fitness, and youth development.

Speaking on behalf of the group, footballer Prekila Tamang said, “Yesterday, we got a chance to play with PM Narendra Modi. It was an honour for us to meet him, and it was a great experience for us. We are very happy and lucky. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the players, the youth who were gathered there. In total, we were 17 of us and one referee as well. It was such a nice, amazing experience that we will never forget in our lives. We are very happy and grateful for this opportunity…”