Saroj Chopra
Saroj Chopra is the mother of Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who gained recognition for her supportive and encouraging role in her son's athletic career. She garnered public attention following the 2023 controversy surrounding Neeraj's invitation to Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem to compete in the Neeraj Chopra Classic. Her previous comments, likening Nadeem to her own son, were initially praised but later drew criticism amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. Saroj's integrity and the impact of public opinion on her family have been highlighted in recent discussions, as she remains a steadfast supporter of her son's pursuit of excellence in sports.
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Chopra’s mother Saroj said she took some solace in Nadeem beating her son because the Pakistani 'is also our boy'.
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Saroj Chopra, Neeraj's mother, faced criticism for her previous statement about Arshad Nadeem after the recent events.
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