PM Modi Felicitates India Women's Cricket Team for Historic World Cup Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated the Indian women's cricket team at his residence following their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph. Modi praised the team's resilience and comeback after initial losses, highlighting their mental strength amid social media trolling. Key players like Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, and Deepti Sharma were recognized for their contributions in the historic victory.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a felicitation ceremony at his residence in New Delhi to honor the Indian women's cricket team for winning their first ICC Women’s World Cup title. Modi commended the team, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, for their remarkable resilience and comeback after losing three consecutive matches earlier in the tournament. The Indian team defeated defending champions Australia in a record chase during the semi-final and secured a 52-run victory over South Africa in the final, showcasing an all-round performance. Modi appreciated the mental toughness of the players who overcame social media trolling to perform when it mattered most. Key players mentioned include Harmanpreet Kaur, who scored 89 in the semi-final, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who set a run-scoring record for India in a World Cup edition, and Deepti Sharma, the Player of the Tournament with a standout final performance involving a half-century and a five-wicket haul. The team also presented Modi with a special jersey bearing the name ‘Namo’ and the number ‘1’. The event included other dignitaries such as BCCI president Mithun Manhas and head coach Amol Muzumdar. The felicitation highlighted the growing prominence and success of women's cricket in India.
