Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their historic first-ever Ranji Trophy victory. He praised the players’ grit, discipline, and passion, calling the triumph a proud moment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sharing his message on X, PM Modi wrote: “Congratulations to the Jammu and Kashmir team for their first ever Ranji Trophy win! This historic triumph reflects remarkable grit, discipline and passion of the team. It is a proud moment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir and it highlights the growing sporting passion and talent there.”
The team secured the title by defeating eight-time champions Karnataka in Hubballi, taking a commanding 291-run first-innings lead. This victory ended a 67-year wait and marked J&K’s maiden Ranji Trophy title, celebrated widely across the cricketing and political fraternity.
