Twitter Reacts: Sushila Devi Likmabam Secures India’s 7th Medal at Birmingham 2022

Twitter is abuzz with reactions following Sushila Devi Likmabam’s securing of India’s 7th medal at the Birmingham 2022 event.

The social media platform is teeming with responses as Sushila Devi clinches a silver medal in Judo, marking India’s 7th triumph.

Exhibiting superb form throughout the day, Sushila Devi first triumphed over Harriet Bonface of Malawi via ippon, followed by a victory over Priscilla Morand of Mauritius, securing an Ippon, the highest score attainable in a judo match.

Among the multitude offering their congratulations to Sushila Devi on Twitter are Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, and Jagat Prakash Nadda, among others.

Hailing from Heingang Mayai Leikai in the Imphal East district, the 27-year-old Judoka, born in 1995, is the second eldest among four siblings. Sushila exhibited signs of champion material from the outset, excelling in events from local competitions to the esteemed Commonwealth Games.

Twitterverse is awash with reactions to Sushila Devi’s Silver Medal win:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his elation, stating, “Elated by the exceptional performance by Sushila Devi Likmabam. Congratulations to her on winning the Silver medal. She has demonstrated remarkable skill and resilience. Best wishes for her future endeavors.”

Jagat Prakash Nadda also conveyed his congratulations via Twitter, commending Sushila Devi for her medal. He said, “Congratulations to our Judoka Sushila Devi for bringing a silver medal at the CWG’22. Her performances throughout the tournament have been nothing short of a grand spectacle and this achievement is an outcome of it. The whole country is proud of you and your victory.”