Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally felicitated the Indian women’s cricket team at his residence in New Delhi today, hours after their historic win at the Women’s World Cup. The celebration turned into an emotional and symbolic moment as the team arrived with the trophy, greeted by enthusiastic applause and warm wishes from the Prime Minister.
According to officials present, PM Modi told the players that the entire country was “proud beyond words,” praising their discipline, teamwork, and ability to perform under pressure on the global stage. He said that the team’s victory was not just a sporting milestone but “a moment that will inspire girls in every district of India to dream big.”
Team members shared experiences from the tournament, spoke about key turning points in the World Cup, and thanked the nation for its support. Several players told the Prime Minister that the win still felt surreal, especially given the pressure and expectation placed on them throughout the competition.
PM Modi presented the squad with special mementos and posed for photographs with the trophy, marking an unforgettable high point in Indian sports this year. He also assured players that the government will continue to support women’s cricket with investments in infrastructure, exposure tours, and training facilities so that this momentum continues.
As celebrations continue across the country, the meeting in Delhi stands out as the official recognition of a victory that has captured the imagination of millions. The champions returned from the World Cup not just with a trophy, but with a legacy — one that has the potential to change the future of Indian women’s sport for years to come.