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Spectacular Performance | SPORTS

Laurels for India

in the Field of Sports

Whether it is the Women’s
Kabaddi World Cup 2025 or the
Women’s T20 World Cup for the
Blind, Indian women athletes
have brought laurels to the
nation, which has raised the
pride of every countryman.
Indian athletes also performed
spectacularly in the World
Boxing Cup final. Prime
Minister Narendra Modi
expressed his happiness over
The Indian these impressive achievements.
contingent’s remarkable He also interacted with the winning cricket team.
achievement at the 2025
World Boxing Cup Finals
ith their hard work, com-
9 6 Silver 5 bronze Wmitment, and skill, Indian India to host CWG 2030
Gold
Won a total of athletes have made the nation India has officially been awarded the hosting
rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games,
20 medals proud in the world of sports, with Ahmedabad declared the host city. The
a testament to Indian talent and
sportsmanship spirit. Furthermore, their Games are held every four years, and India
has been chosen to host the Games after 20
success has served as an inspiration for aspiring athletes. years. Upon the announcement, Prime
Congratulating the Indian women’s kabaddi team on Minister Narendra Modi said, “I am
winning the Kabaddi World Cup 2025, Prime Minister Nar- extremely happy that India has been awarded
endra Modi said, “Heartiest congratulations to the Indian the hosting rights for the 2030
women’s kabaddi team for bringing glory to the nation. The Commonwealth Games! Congratulations to
players displayed incredible passion, skill, and dedication.” the people and sports ecosystem of India. It
Their victory will inspire countless youngsters to take up is our collective commitment and sporting
Kabaddi, dream big, and aim high. spirit that has firmly established India on the
Not only this, but PM Modi also congratulated the Indian global sports map. In the spirit of ‘वसुुधैैव
athletes for their excellent performance at the World Boxing कुुटुंं�बकुम्’, we are ready to celebrate these
Cup Final 2025, saying that this was possible due to the historic Games with great enthusiasm.”

boxers’ determination and resolve. n

Congratulations to the women’s cricket team for making history by winning first Blind Women’s
T20 World Cup! What is even more commendable is that team remained unbeaten throughout the
series. This is truly a historic sporting achievement.” A shining example of hard work, teamwork,
and determination. Every player is a champion! My best wishes to the team for their future
endeavors. This success will inspire generations to come. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister