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Uttarakhand’s badminton star Lakshya Sen arrived in Dehradun on Sunday, returning home after a stellar performance at the Paris Olympics, where he made history by becoming the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semi-finals. His return to his home state was met with a warm reception, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami personally welcoming him at his official residence.
Lakshya Sen was accompanied by his proud parents, Nirmala Sen and KD Sen, along with BS Mankoti, the secretary of the Uttarakhand State Badminton Association. During their meeting, Chief Minister Dhami felicitated the young athlete, hailing him as the pride of Uttarakhand. Dhami expressed the state government’s unwavering support for Sen, assuring him that every effort would be made to aid his future sporting endeavors.
The celebration of Lakshya Sen’s achievements didn’t stop there. Later in the day, he was also honored by Alaknanda Ashok, the president of the Uttarakhand State Badminton Association, along with other dignitaries from the organization. Despite narrowly missing out on a bronze medal in the semi-finals at the Paris Olympics, Sen’s dedication and hard work were lauded, with Dhami offering words of encouragement for his future competitions.
The Chief Minister’s acknowledgment of Sen’s efforts underscored the importance of sports in Uttarakhand and his commitment to supporting the state’s athletes as they continue to shine on the global stage. As Sen prepares for his upcoming challenges, he carries with him the hopes and pride of an entire state, eager to see him achieve even greater heights.
