Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with cricket icon Ravindra Jadeja and his politician wife Rivaba in New Delhi has gone viral, with both sharing heartfelt posts about the inspiring interaction. The rendezvous at Parliament House on Tuesday highlighted the synergies between sports, politics, and governance.
Jadeja, known for his match-winning all-round displays, expressed profound respect on X: ‘It’s a great matter of pride and honor to meet PM Narendra Modi and discuss matters. The clarity in his thoughts, zeal, and commitment to superior performance is highly inspirational. Learning from such a leader fills one with pride.’
Rivaba complemented this by posting images and noting, ‘Not merely a meeting, but a moment of immense pride. Engaging with PM Narendra Modi – a leader who stands rock-solid for India, its culture, and its destiny. Our nation advances with bold confidence.’ Her words resonated widely amid ongoing national conversations.
Rivaba’s credentials are impressive: a 2022 BJP MLA from Jamnagar North, now serving as Gujarat’s Minister for primary, secondary, and adult education, she embodies multifaceted leadership.
On the cricket front, Jadeja’s post-T20 retirement phase sees him thriving in longer formats. The 37-year-old’s A-grade BCCI contract for 2026-27 alongside Gill and Bumrah underscores his elite status.
Statistics paint a picture of excellence: 4,095 Test runs and 348 wickets in 89 games; 2,905 ODI runs and 232 wickets in 210 matches; 515 T20I runs and 54 wickets in 74 outings. This event not only celebrates personal milestones but also reinforces the unifying power of visionary leadership in India.