Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Felicitates Mirabai Chanu; Announces Rs 2 Crore Reward, Promotion In Her Job

In a positive development, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday (26 July) felicitated champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and announced a reward of Rs 2 crore along with a promotion in her job in the Northeast Frontier Railway, reports Financial Express.

Praising her for the podium finish, Vaishnaw said that she has inspired billions of people around the world with her talent, hard work and grit.

“It was great to meet and congratulate the pride of India and honour of Indian Rly, @mirabai_chanu. Also felicitated her & announced Rs. 2 Cr , a promotion and more. She has inspired billions around the world with her talent, handwork and grit. Keep winning for India!” Vaishnaw tweeted.

The 26-year-old athlete from Manipur lifted 87kg in snatch and 115kg in the Clean and Jerk event to score a total of 202 during the 49kg category final to win the silver medal in Weightlifting (49kg) category.