India's champion shuttler P V Sindhu feels more women will win medals for the country in future.
Reigning world champion Sindhu recently won the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2019.
"My message to all young sportswomen is that as women we have to believe in ourselves. I'm sure soon there will be more Indian sportswomen winning medals for the country," the 24-year-old said after winning the award on the International Women's Day.
"Hard work is the key to success."
The Olympic silver medallist added: "I would like to dedicate this award to my supporters and fans that have supported me all along. Awards like BBC Indian Sportswoman of the year give us motivation and encouragement to go much further."
"It also reflects the BBC's commitment to its ever-growing Indian audience. I wish Sindhu the best of luck and will be watching more brilliant achievements of hers over the next year."
She added, "Things have changed a lot since then and I am very happy that BBC has taken this initiative, it will motivate the new generation to come into sports."
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