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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi: Indian women’s hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after receiving a personal letter of appreciation on the occasion of her retirement from international hockey.

On April 1, the 32-year-old forward formally announced her retirement from international hockey, closing a chapter that began in 2009 and saw her become India’s most-capped women’s hockey player. With 320 international caps and 158 goals to her name, Vandana leaves behind a legacy unmatched in the history of the sport in India.

“It is a proud moment for me to receive a letter of appreciation from Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji on my hockey career and retirement. I am overwhelmed to receive this honour. This affection and encouragement will always be an inspiration for me. Thank you Prime Minister,” Vandana posted on X.