As excitement mounts for the javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics on August 6, an unexpected announcement has taken center stage. Mohak Nahta, the founder and CEO of Atlys, an online visa application platform, has pledged to provide free visas for all Indians if Neeraj Chopra clinches the gold medal.
Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic champion, captured the world’s attention with his stellar performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Now, the spotlight is back on him as he gears up for another potential victory this Tuesday.
Nahta made his bold promise on LinkedIn, stating, “I will personally send a free visa to everyone if Neeraj Chopra wins a gold at the Olympics. Let’s go.” This statement has stirred excitement and curiosity among Indians.
Further elaborating on his initial announcement, Nahta provided more details about the free visa offer. Recently, Atlys has experienced a 40% surge in visa applications for Paris, largely attributed to the Olympics. Among the most popular travel destinations for Indians are the UAE, USA, and Thailand.
Meanwhile, India has been making remarkable progress at the Olympics. As of August 4, the nation has secured three bronze medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. From shooting competitions, all three medals have been earned.
In the women’s 10m air pistol competition, Manu Bhaker created history by taking home the bronze medal. The 22-year-old also teamed up with Sarabjot Singh to win another bronze in the mixed 10m air pistol team event. Additionally, Swapnil Kusale added to India’s medal count by securing a bronze in the men’s 50m rifle three positions event.
In badminton, Lakshya Sen has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian shuttler to reach the semi-finals in Men’s Badminton at the Olympics.
The announcement by Nahta and the outstanding performances by Indian athletes have generated a sense of pride and anticipation among the Indian populace. With the javelin throw event just around the corner, all eyes are on Neeraj Chopra as he strives for another historic victory.
