Srinagar, March 29, KNT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their historic Ranji Trophy victory, saying the achievement has made the entire country proud.
Speaking during his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi highlighted the team’s success as a landmark moment for the region and for Indian domestic cricket.
The Prime Minister said the victory carries wider significance beyond sport, noting that it is expected to have a positive impact on youth in Jammu and Kashmir.
“India is proud of the Jammu and Kashmir team for their historic Ranji Trophy win. This will have a very positive impact in J&K and inspire many others to pursue sports,” Modi said.
The Ranji Trophy, India’s premier domestic cricket tournament, is considered a key platform for emerging talent, and the J&K team’s triumph marks a significant milestone in its cricketing history.
The Prime Minister’s comments are also being seen as an acknowledgment of the growing sporting potential in the region, where infrastructure and opportunities for athletes have been expanding in recent years.
Local players and enthusiasts said the recognition has added to the sense of pride and motivation following the team’s success.
“This kind of appreciation inspires young cricketers to dream big and work hard,” said a cricket enthusiast in Srinagar.
The Jammu and Kashmir team’s victory is expected to further strengthen interest in cricket and other sports across the Union Territory. [KNT]
