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Sportspersons rally behind armed forces amid India-Pak tension

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) As tensions escalate in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab and along the border, leading Indian athletes have come out in strong support of the Indian Armed Forces, lauding their courage and expressing solidarity through heartfelt messages on social media.
Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra was among the first to post, stating, "Thinking of our brave personnel in uniform as they carry out operations to keep our nation safe. Grateful for your courage, sacrifice, and service. Praying for your safety always. Jai Hind."
Tokyo 2020 gold medallist Neeraj Chopra echoed similar sentiments, writing, "We are proud of our Brave Indian Armed Forces who are fighting for our nation against terrorism. Let’s do our part and make sure to follow guidelines to ensure everyone’s safety during this time...."
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