Every member is a true superstar and deserves love and support, says Goodwill Ambassador Salman Khan

He added the sportstars deserve country’s “love, support and cheer.”

Aiming to put the spotlight on athletes and energise fans to motivate them to be at their best, the 50-year-old “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” star has started a campaign to introduce the players with a tweet.

A hashtag has been created for the campaign #MakeIndiaProud. The campaign is called ‘India’s Olympic Stars’.

Salman’s statement comes amid the controversy regarding his appointment.

While fans and his colleagues from Bollywood have hailed Indian Olympic Association’s decision, many sportspersons including have critcised the actor’s appointment saying sports don’t need film celebrities for promotion.