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Sports 23 September 2026 · Event date: 22 September 2026
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Prime Minister congratulates Women’s Cricket Team on winning Gold medal at Asian Games

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Women's Cricket Team for winning the Gold medal at the Asian Games. He praised their commanding performance, confidence, skill, and teamwork, noting that this victory marks India's first Gold of this edition of the Games.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Women's Cricket Team for winning the Gold medal at the Asian Games.

He highlighted their strong teamwork, skill, and confidence, noting it is India's first Gold in this edition of the Games and will inspire young cricketers.

Key Points

  • The Women's Cricket Team won the Gold medal at the Asian Games.
  • Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the team.
  • The performance was marked by confidence, skill, and teamwork.
  • This victory brings India its first Gold of this edition of the Games.

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Women's Cricket
Medal Won
Gold
Event
Asian Games

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Source: Press Information Bureau

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