PM Modi lauds J&K’s historic Ranji Trophy win
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for winning the first-ever Ranji Trophy, terming it a proud and emotional moment for the region. He said the win, which came after nearly 70 years, reflects the hard work and dedication of the players and brings happiness to people across the Union Territory.
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Speaking at ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Modi highlighted the key contributions of the team. “It is very encouraging to note that after a long wait of nearly seven decades, the team has achieved its first Ranji Trophy title. This unprecedented success is the result of years of continuous efforts put in by the players,” he said.He also praised the captain
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For his leadership and the aforementioned young bowler Aqib Nabi, whose 60 wickets caught national attention.
“This win impressed the players, the coaching staff as well as the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” he added.Modi said the win would inspire more young people to take up sports. “The people of Jammu and Kashmir have immense passion for sports. I am happy that it has now become a hub for major sporting events,” he said.He pointed out that places like Gulmarg are already hosting major events and football is also very popular among the youth. “I hope that this winning streak of athletes of Jammu and Kashmir will continue in the future,” he said.
