New Delhi [India], Oct 8 (ANI): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday interacted with the Odisha team, which made a second-place finish in the national skill championship, India Skills 2018.

Applauding the team for their hard work and dedication, the Minister said that the athletes' aspirations enabled them to give an impressive performance at India Skills.

"The young winners have shown exemplary talent, dedication and hard work. Their aspirations have enabled them to demonstrate excellence at India Skills competition. They are the "Dharmapadas" of our times," Pradhan wrote on his official Twitter handle.

The Odisha team finished the India Skill 2019 with a total of 19 medals, including four gold. (ANI)

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