Archive · 10 Nov 2025
PM Modi Congratulates Tejasvi Surya and Annamalai on Completing Ironman 70.3 Goa
Two politicians from India, Tejasvi Surya and K Annamalai, recently completed a very difficult race called the Ironman 70.3 in Goa.
This race involves swimming a long distance, biking even further, and then running a marathon!
They both finished the race within the tough time limit.
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, was very happy to see many young people joining this race.
He thinks it's great for the country's #FitIndia movement.
He congratulated everyone who participated and gave a special shout-out to Tejasvi Surya and Annamalai for finishing the challenging triathlon.
Annamalai said he trained hard and wanted to push his limits, showing that with discipline, you can achieve tough goals.
The race is known for testing how much endurance and mental strength participants have.
BJP leaders Tejasvi Surya and K Annamalai completed the Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Goa within the 8.5-hour time limit.
The Ironman 70.3 challenge includes a 1.9 km swim, 90 km cycling, and a 21.1 km run.
Tejasvi Surya finished in 7 hours, 49 minutes, and 6 seconds, while K Annamalai completed it in 8 hours, 13 minutes, and 55 seconds.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all participants, highlighting increased youth enthusiasm for fitness.
PM Modi specifically praised Surya and Annamalai for their achievement, linking it to the #FitIndia movement.
- Who
- Tejasvi Surya, K Annamalai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and nearly 1,300 participants from 31 countries.
- What
- BJP leaders Tejasvi Surya and K Annamalai successfully completed the grueling Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Goa. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated them and praised the growing participation of youth in such fitness challenges.
- When
- Sunday, November 9, 2025
- Where
- Goa, India
- Why
- To promote fitness and resilience, inspired by the #FitIndia movement and personal commitment.
PM Modi's Perspective
Participants' Motivation
Focus of the Event
PM Modi's Perspective
Praises the increased youth participation and its contribution to the #FitIndia movement.
Participants' Motivation
Challenged themselves with a demanding endurance race, motivated by personal fitness goals and resilience.
Acknowledgement of Achievement
PM Modi's Perspective
Congratulates all participants and specifically highlights BJP colleagues Annamalai and Tejasvi Surya for completing the Ironman.
Participants' Motivation
Shared their personal journey and achievements, thanking PM Modi for inspiration and acknowledging guidance from fellow participants.
- Event
- Ironman 70.3 Goa (Fifth Edition)
- Date
- Sunday, November 9, 2025
- Location
- Goa, India
- Participants Highlighted
- Tejasvi Surya, K Annamalai
- Tejasvi Surya's Time
- 7 hours, 49 minutes, 6 seconds
- K Annamalai's Time
- 8 hours, 13 minutes, 55 seconds
- Event Details
- 1.9 km swim, 90 km cycling, 21.1 km run
- Prime Minister's Message
- Congratulated all participants, praised youth involvement, and highlighted the #FitIndia movement.
Sources
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PM Modi Lauds Rising Youth Participation In Ironman 70.3 Goa, Congratulates BJP Leaders Tejasvi Surya And K Annamalai
