PM Modi's Praise, German Training Boost Vicharpur 'Mini Brazil' Footballers

Last Updated:September 01, 2025, 18:41 IST

Vicharpur's football players encouraged by PM's praise in Mann Ki Baat, and Dietmar Beiersdorfer invite to train in Germany.

PM Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commendation of the football heritage in Vicharpur village, Madhya Pradesh’s Shahdol district, known as ‘mini Brazil’, and the offer of training in Germany have energized the players, coach Anil Singh said on Monday.

During his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ broadcast on Sunday, Modi lauded the young footballers from Vicharpur and mentioned that former German footballer and coach Dietmar Beiersdorfer had extended an offer to train some of them at a football academy in Germany.

“It is very encouraging that Prime Minister Modi has referenced ‘Mini Brazil’ for the second time in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’. He also mentioned that a German coach has invited the players for training. I believe four players and a coach will go. This training would provide an opportunity for some players to enhance their skills," said Vicharpur football coach Anil Singh to PTI Videos.

“This announcement has greatly motivated the players here," he added.

National level football player Sania Kunde and player Radhni Singh both expressed gratitude to the PM, stating his kind words had brought fame to the village and opened the doors for some to train in Germany.

Former player and coach Virendra Baigi remarked, “Since Prime Minister Modi mentioned Vicharpur in Mann Ki Baat and visited the players in Pakaria village, shoes and proper kits have been provided to all the young players."

He hoped these facilities would continue to support the children of ‘Mini Brazil’ in achieving their dreams.

Madhya Pradesh Sports Minister Vishwas Sarang said the PM’s praise of Vicharpur’s football and water sports teams in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ would give global recognition to the players, adding that the offer of training in Germany is a point of pride for the state and the entire country.

“Four football players and coaches from Vicharpur have been invited to Germany from October 4-12, 2025, where they will receive world-class training and facilities," Sarang stated.

(With PTI Inputs)

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