Anand Mahindra utilized Twitter as a platform to showcase the story of Preethi Kongara, who has achieved international acclaim for securing the gold medal in the mixed category during the initial selection trials of the Asian Games.
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| Anand Mahindra took to Twitter to share the story of sailor Preethi Kongara. |
Anand
Mahindra, an industrialist known for promoting the talents of people from all
over India, recently shared the story of a remarkable woman named Preethi
Kongara. Through her sailing skills, Preethi has received international
recognition and won a gold medal in the mixed class event of the first Asian
Games selection trials and Senior Nationals, which were held in Mumbai. Despite
coming from a low-income background in Telengana, Preethi was able to overcome
the odds and make her mark in the world of sailing thanks to proper guidance
and training.
Mahindra expressed his admiration for Preethi's
journey and the organizations, such as Naandi Foundation and Nanhi Kali that
provided support for her success. In his post, he expressed his hope to one day
meet Preethi and even sail with her on his catamaran so that she can teach him
some sailing techniques. The original post was shared by the CEO of Naandi
Foundation, Manoj Kumar, who also highlighted the inspiring story of Preethi's
journey from a grade 8 student in a government school in Hyderabad to becoming
the captain of India's sailing team.
The internet was deeply moved by Preethi's
incredible journey and her achievement in a sport that is considered
challenging. Many people praised her for her talent and determination, and her
story has inspired countless others to pursue their dreams and reach for the
stars. Preethi Kongara's story is a testament to the power of hard work,
perseverance, and the support of loved ones, and it is a reminder that anything
is possible with the right guidance and determination.
This is truly a ‘Rise’ story. I’m overwhelmed reading about her. So proud of @naandi_india & @NanhiKali for supporting her. And of @suheim for coaching her. Maybe when Preeti has the time, I’d love to meet her and go sailing on my catamaran so she can coach me! https://t.co/QevwbTV3Tk
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) January 29, 2023
Meet Preeti Kongara of Nallakunta Govt school whom
— Manoj Kumar (@manoj_naandi) January 29, 2023
Team @naandi_india selected from Project @NanhiKali in 2016 & brought to @Suheim to teach her sailing.
Today, she’s India No 1 in the Olympic Mixed Double 470 Class of boat.
Sports is a poverty breaker.
Please 👏 (2/2) pic.twitter.com/fYTt5htVXr
For every find such as this, we are missing out hundreds. We need systematic talent scout not just in sports.. but in many other fields...
— Gana SK (@gansub) January 29, 2023
Wow. This is so inspiring. https://t.co/ek8h46wxD1
— Machaiah Kalengada (@MachaiahKA) January 29, 2023
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