On the evening of Saturday 16th November 2013 Shri Narendra Modi congratulated cricketer Shri Sachin Tendulkar and eminent Professor CNR Rao on being conferred with the Bharat Ratna.
Sharing his views on Twitter, Shri Modi wrote:
Bharat Ratna for Sachin Tendulkar is a fitting tribute for his contribution to sports. My congratulations to him. @sachin_rt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 16, 2013
Congratulations to eminent scientist Professor CNR Rao on being conferred with the Bharat Ratna. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 16, 2013
Earlier in the day, he had congratulated Shri Sachin Tendulkar as he ended a glorious career in international cricket, bringing enormous pride and glory for India. Shri Modi had Tweeted:
Thank you @sachin_rt for giving us countless memories on the field. Words will never describe what you mean for India & sports lovers. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 16, 2013
Caught some moments of Sachin Tendulkar's speech at Wankhede Stadium. It was truly stirring. Wishing the Master Blaster the very best!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 16, 2013