PM Modi Meets Indian Women Cricket World Cup Champions at his Delhi residence
There are moments in Indian sport that go beyond trophies and scoreboards — they become part of the country’s emotional history. Modi meets Indian Women cricket team isn’t just a headline; it’s the image of a nation celebrating its champions.Monday, 5 November 2025, was one of those mornings.
At his residence in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the triumphant Indian Women’s Cricket Team, who had just returned home as World Champions after their sensational run in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
Your journey has inspired the entire country,” PM Modi told the players, praising their fighting spirit and composure under pressure. “This victory will motivate every young girl to dream big and believe in herself....
— Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi
The atmosphere was a mix of pride, joy, and genuine warmth. The players — still glowing with the aftertaste of victory — presented the Prime Minister with a special “NaMo 1” jersey, signed by every member of the squad. It was their heartfelt way of saying thank you to the nation that stood by them.
A Warm and Emotional Exchange
The interaction wasn’t stiff or formal — it felt more like a heartfelt conversation between proud parents and their children who’d made history. PM Modi asked the players about key moments in the tournament, from Shafali Verma’s explosive starts to Deepti Sharma’s calm leadership with both bat and ball.
We had one goal: to bring that trophy home...
— Head Coach, Indian Women Cricket Team
Coach Amol Muzumdar shared a small behind-the-scenes detail — that the team had been manifesting this victory since June. “We had one goal: to bring that trophy home,” he said.
The Prime Minister smiled, held the gleaming World Cup trophy, and told the players that the entire nation had been glued to their TV screens during the final — “Every over felt like a heartbeat,” he said.
Every Indian feels immense pride in Team India’s World Cup victory. It was a delight interacting with the women’s cricket team. Do watch! https://t.co/PkkfKFBNbb
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 6, 2025
Fit India Meets Champion India
While celebrating the win, PM Modi also spoke about the broader impact of their success. He encouraged the players to keep promoting fitness and sports culture among young girls through the Fit India Movement, reminding them that their story is now part of the social fabric — one that can inspire health, equality, and confidence.
The players, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, expressed gratitude for the constant support they’ve received from fans across the country. “We played for every little girl who picked up a bat after watching us,” Harmanpreet said.
A Moment for the Ages
Photographs from the meeting — the team standing proudly around the Prime Minister, medals glinting under the Delhi sun — have already gone viral. The “NaMo 1” jersey moment, in particular, has captured hearts online.
It wasn’t just about celebration. It was about connection. The country that cheered through every boundary, every wicket, was now saying “thank you” — face to face.
As PM Modi waved goodbye, holding the World Cup aloft for the cameras, it felt like closure to a perfect script: the rise, the triumph, and the homecoming.
A reminder that this Indian women’s team didn’t just win a World Cup — they won a nation.
