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India And Poland's Kabaddi Connection That PM Narendra Modi Spoke About

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India and Poland are more than 6000 kilometres apart from each other, separated by continents, seas and oceans but are connected by a single thread -- the sport of kabaddi.

The game that originated in the ruler hinterland of the country is now an upcoming sport that has caught the imagination of Polish youngsters and has resulted in the European nation winning titles in Europe and representing the continent in the Kabaddi World Cups.

The 'kabaddi connection' between the two countries was brought to light by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. PM Modi, who is on an official visit to Poland, revealed the connection between the countries through kabaddi during his address "We are connected through the game of Kabaddi as well.

This game reached Poland through India and they took it to great heights. Poland is going to host the Kabaddi championship for the first time.

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