A Day of Pride and Celebration at Lok Kalyan Marg

A day after scripting history by winning their maiden Women’s ODI World Cup, the Indian women’s cricket team visited Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence on Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi, on Wednesday. The atmosphere was filled with pride, laughter, and camaraderie as the champions relived their victory moments with the Prime Minister.

Harleen Deol’s Playful Question Wins Hearts

During the interaction, star batter Harleen Deol stole the spotlight with a light-hearted question that had everyone in splits. With a smile, she asked, “Sir, what’s your skincare routine? You glow a lot!”
PM Modi, laughing heartily, responded, “Your love and the blessings of crores of Indians are my glow. I’ve not followed any skincare routine closely, but 25 years of governance and people’s affection — all that has an impact.”
The exchange set off laughter among players and officials, adding a personal touch to the otherwise formal occasion.

Team Spirit and Laughter Fill the Room

The cheerful mood continued when head coach Amol Muzumdar joked that dealing with the lively players had given him white hair. The humorous interaction was captured in a video shared by PM Modi on his social media handles, where he praised the players for their energy and positive spirit.

PM Modi Praises Team India’s Resilience

Commending the team’s resilience, Modi lauded how the women bounced back from three consecutive defeats at the start of the tournament to ultimately beat South Africa by 52 runs in the final at Navi Mumbai. He described their journey as a symbol of mental toughness and determination.

The Prime Minister encouraged the cricketers to visit schools and inspire young students, saying that such gestures would have a profound impact on future generations. He also urged them to promote the Fit India Movement, particularly among young girls, to strengthen India’s culture of health and fitness.

India Joins the Elite League of Champions

India’s victory marks a historic milestone — their first-ever Women’s ODI World Cup title, placing them alongside cricket giants Australia and England as world champions in women’s limited-overs cricket.

The meeting, attended by BCCI President Mithun Manhas and senior officials, served as both a celebration and a reminder of the team’s responsibility to inspire millions of Indians. As Modi felicitated the players, he expressed confidence that their success would ignite a new wave of enthusiasm for women’s sports across the nation.

A Moment Beyond Cricket

For the players, it was not just a congratulatory meeting but a moment of shared joy, humility, and laughter. The conversation — from cricketing grit to skincare humor — reflected the human side of victory, capturing the true essence of celebration after glory.

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