Yuvraj Singh received a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and here’s why..

Indian cricket team allrounder Yuvraj Singh on Saturday took to Instagram to post a letter which he received from Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledging and congratulating the cricketer on his contribution towards social services. The 35-year-old batsman started the YouWeCan Foundation, a non-profit organisation in 2012 to fight and raises awareness about cancer.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the letter wrote: "It is with great joy I received your letter. I am delighted to know your deep passion towards social service and the rich community service you are involved in through your foundation. As a noted cricketer and someone who has successfully fought cancer, several Indians derive immense inspiration from you. May you continue to serve society with the same zeal and enthusiasm."

Yuvraj shared the letter on his Instagram account and termed the letter as a source of encouragement for everyone in the foundation.

He wrote, “It's an absolute honor & privilege for all of us here at Youwecan to receive such an encouraging letter from Hon'ble Shri @narendramodi ji himself. We at @youwecan strongly believe that each one of us together can change the world and it's not what you've got, its what you use that makes a difference. There is no greater reward than making someone else's life better and making a difference in the world #youwecan #gratitude 🙏🏻”

The Punjab born all rounder was diagnosed with cancer in 2012. On recovering, he established the YouWeCan organisation, with a view to helping all those who need assistance in fighting against cancer. He also made a return to international cricket, however, he recently dropped for the series against Sri Lanka due to poor form.

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