Dikhyaa Mohanty 
Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw felicitated weightlifter Mirabai Chanu who won a silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics and announced a reward of Rs 2 crore and promotion in her job in the Northeast Frontier Railway.
According to the reports, the Railway Minister tweeted while quoting- “It was great to meet and congratulate the pride of India and honour of Indian Rly, @mirabai_chanu. Also felicitated her & announced Rs. 2 Cr, promotion and more. She has inspired billions around the world with her talent, handwork and grit. Keep winning for India!
Chanu, who returned to the country lifted a total of 202kg (87 kg in snatch and 115 kg in clean and jerk) in the 49kg category to better Karnam Malleswari’s bronze in the 2000 Sydney Olympics. She was promoted as an Officer on Special Duty (Sports) in the Northeast Frontier Railway in April 2018. She had earlier met current sports minister Anurag Thakur and former sports minister Kiren Rijiju in the national capital.
