In a post on X, Modi said, "What a brilliant achievement by @PRANNOYHSPRI at BWF World Championships 2023! Congratulations to him on winning the Bronze medal." "His skill and hard work have shone brightly throughout the tournament. He is a true inspiration to all badminton enthusiasts," the prime minister said.
Prannoy became only the fifth Indian men's singles player to win a World Championships medal.
It is the first time in her career that Sindhu, seeded 16th, has failed to reach the quarterfinals at the prestigious tournament.
A title would strengthen India’s claim as a badminton powerhouse, and help the men to come out of the shadows of the more successful women players.