The way I fought through the struggles, you guys have done the same today and the entire nation recognises you. It's a proud moment for me to see any other athlete, across sports, across nations fighting their way through the tough times. "I am also going through a rough patch, Saina has been going through with her knee surgery and all. We being a normal athlete cannot even think of winning 73 medals but you guys have done it. "Speaking at the occasion, Air Marshal, Denzil Keelor, CEO of Special Olympics Bharat said, "These (special) children participating do not want any money.

Source: Times of India March 27, 2017 11:26 UTC