PM Modi Celebrates Indian Men's Kho Kho Team's Historic World Cup Victory
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Synopsis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the Indian men's team for their historic Kho Kho World Cup win, celebrating a significant achievement as the women's team also triumphed over Nepal. Modi emphasized the importance of this victory in inspiring youth participation in the sport.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi praises Indian men's Kho Kho team.
- Indian women's team also wins the championship.
- Victories enhance the popularity of Kho Kho.
- Outstanding performances from key players.
- Successfully showcased India's traditional sports.
New Delhi, Jan 20 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his admiration for the Indian men's team after their groundbreaking win at the Kho Kho World Cup, marking a significant moment as the hosts celebrated a remarkable achievement with their women's team, who also triumphed over Nepal to secure the championship at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Sunday.
PM Modi stated that this victory will enhance the appeal of Kho Kho among the youth in the nation.
"Today is a momentous day for Indian Kho Kho. I am immensely proud of the Indian Men's Kho Kho team for clinching the Kho Kho World Cup title. Their perseverance and commitment are truly admirable. This victory will play a crucial role in promoting Kho Kho among the younger generation," PM Modi posted on X.
He also extended his congratulations to the Indian women's team for their success in the tournament after a decisive win against Nepal in the final.
"Kudos to the Indian women’s team for winning the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup! This landmark achievement is a testament to their exceptional skill, resolve, and teamwork," Modi shared on X.
"This success has cast a brighter light on one of India’s oldest traditional sports, motivating numerous young athletes throughout the country. May this accomplishment encourage more youth to engage with this sport in the future," he added.
The Indian men's team showcased their superiority in the finals against Nepal, achieving a convincing victory with a score of 54-36, spearheaded by exceptional performances from captain Pratik Waikar and tournament star Ramji Kashyap. They joined the women's team, who dominated Nepal in another impressive final, winning decisively with a score of 78-40.
The journey of the Indian men's team to the championship was nothing short of extraordinary. India exhibited their prowess throughout the tournament, starting with impressive wins against Brazil, Peru, and Bhutan in the group stages. Their momentum carried them through the knockout rounds, where they outperformed Bangladesh in the quarterfinals and triumphed over a formidable South African team in the semifinals.
Conversely, the women’s team showcased their strength with commanding victories over South Korea, Iran, and Malaysia in the group phases, followed by a win against Bangladesh in the quarter-finals and a stellar performance against South Africa in the semifinals.
