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New Delhi: Top sportspersons, including India’s latest sporting icon-javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, on Sunday wished their fans a Happy Independence Day while Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the achievements of Tokyo Olympic medalists, saying they not only won our hearts but also inspired generations to come.

‘When I see the national flag, my heart fills with emotion’

Soon after participating in the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, Chopra, who won a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, tweeted, “It was an honor to participate in the Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort today. As an athlete and a soldier, my heart fills with emotion when I see the national flag flying high. Jai Hind.

‘I will do my best for my country’

Top Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal, who competed in the Olympics, said on Sunday that representing our country is an honor and a responsibility, which I cherish. Happy 75th Independence Day to all. Jai Hind. Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan held the tricolor and tweeted, ‘Wishing my fellow Indians a very Happy Independence Day! I will always go there and do my best for my country! Jai Hind.’

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Shreyas Iyer also wrote, ‘Always an incredible honor to play for my country! Happy Independence Day, Bharat (Flag Emblem of India).’ Cricketer-turned-commentator Dinesh Karthik wrote, ‘One of the greatest feelings is that we listen to the national anthem before we step on the field to represent our country. Always cherish it! Long live Mother India. Happy 75th Independence Day to every Indian.