Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav and his family in New Delhi today. The meeting generated buzz after photographs and videos from the interaction were put up on social media showing a warm moment between the Prime Minister and the family of the Indian cricketer.
The meeting came during Diwali celebrations and India winning the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup where Suryakumar was instrumental in leading the national team to win it.
PM Modi Shares Special Diwali Wishes
After the meeting PM Narendra Modi posted a message on his official X account about the festive atmosphere.
In his post Modi wrote “In the atmosphere of Diwali Ram and Saryu have come. This has made Diwali even more sacred and divine.”
The tweet was accompanied by a link to Suryakumar Yadav’s social media account. The message conveyed the festive mood and personal connection created during the meeting.
Suryakumar Yadav's Family Meets the Prime Minister
The meeting was not just about cricket. Suryakumar’s family members were also present at the interaction which made it a memorable moment for him.
Suryakumar’s daughter Riddhima sang a devotional song in front of PM Modi. The video of the moment went viral online and the family interaction became one of the highlights of the meeting.
The interaction also showed how the Prime Minister had interacted with the cricketer’s family on that festive occasion.
PM Modi Holds Suryakumar's T20 World Cup Gold Medal
One of the highlights from the meeting was Suryakumar’s gold medal from India’s 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup triumph.
The cricketer was seen wearing the medal which Modi also had in his hand during the interaction. It was a moment of India’s achievement and team’s campaign success.
With Suryakumar at the helm, India won the 2026 T20 World Cup another feather in the country’s cricketing cap.
दीपावली के माहौल में राम और सरयू का आगमन हुआ है। इससे दीपावली का वातावरण और भी पावन एवं दिव्य हो गया है। @surya_14kumar https://t.co/B6vwr35Iwm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 6, 2026
Suryakumar Yadav's Journey in Indian Cricket
Suryakumar Yadav has emerged as one of India’s leading limited overs batters. He is known for his innovative stroke play and ability to score runs in different areas of the ground; he is an important figure in Indian T20 cricket.
He was also part of India’s 2024 T20 World Cup-winning team and had a memorable role in the final against South Africa taking an important catch to dismiss David Miller.
His leadership journey got another milestone when India won the 2026 T20 World Cup.
A Memorable Meeting During Diwali
Narendra Modi and Suryakumar Yadav met. Cricket, family and Diwali were all there. Suryakumar’s family was present, his daughter performed devotional songs and discussion on India’s World Cup win made the meeting special.
Photos and videos of the meeting have been shared by cricket fans and another moment to add to the celebrations after India won the T20 World Cup.
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