Mumbai, June 30: President Droupadi Murmu led Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his cabinet colleagues, fellow politicians, celebrities, sports stars and former cricketers as they all rose in unison to praise Team India following their thrilling win over South Africa in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, here Saturday.

My heartiest congratulations to Team India for winning the T20 World Cup. With the never-say-die spirit, the team sailed through difficult situations and demonstrated outstanding skills throughout the tournament. It was an extraordinary victory in the final match. Well done, Team…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) June 29, 2024

"We are proud of you," President Droupadi Murmu said in her message on X. "My heartiest congratulations to Team India for winning the T20 World Cup. With the never-say-die spirit, the team sailed through difficult situations and demonstrated outstanding skills throughout the tournament. It was an extraordinary victory in the final match. Well done, Team India! We are proud of you!" stated a message posted on her official handle.

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said, "Bharat is elated by the spectacular victory of the Men in Blue in the #T20WorldCup2024! " "The stupendous performance by Team India throughout the tournament is a testament to their dedication and hard work. May they continue to bring glory to the nation. Heartiest congratulations!" the Vice-President said.

PM Modi, in a video message, congratulated the Indian team on its victory. "Congratulations to Team India from all countrymen on this majestic victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Today 140 crore Indians will be feeling proud of your performance. You won the World Cup in the sports field but your performance in the event has captured the hearts of crores of Indian citizens,"

CHAMPIONS!

Our team brings the T20 World Cup home in STYLE!

We are proud of the Indian Cricket Team.

This match was HISTORIC. 🇮🇳 🏏 🏆 pic.twitter.com/HhaKGwwEDt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 29, 2024

Meanwhile, Home Minister Amit Shah described it as "a glorious moment for our nation". "Our players put up a stellar performance throughout the #T20WorldCup with unmatched team spirit and sportsmanship. The nation swells with pride at their historic achievement. Well done," he wrote in his message on X.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also extended his wishes to Indian cricket team for their success. "Kudos #TeamIndia on winning the #T20WorldCup. We are all proud of you. Jai Hind," wrote Pradhan in his post on X.

जय हिन्द 🇮🇳

Kudos #TeamIndia on winning the #T20WorldCup. We are all proud of you. pic.twitter.com/5jX1wr5YIT
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) June 29, 2024

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi too congratulated the team for the triumph. "Today, the Indian men's cricket team defeated South Africa to win the T20 World Cup for the second time. Congratulations to all the players and the support staff who won the World Cup. Today's victory has once again filled the hearts of 140 crore Indians. I wish Indian cricket to achieve many successes and make the country proud. Vande Mataram," Majhi wrote in his X handle.

ଆଜି ଭାରତୀୟ ପୁରୁଷ କ୍ରିକେଟ ଦଳ ଦକ୍ଷିଣ ଆଫ୍ରିକାକୁ ପରାସ୍ତ କରି ଦ୍ଵିତୀୟ ଥର ପାଇଁ ଟି20 ବିଶ୍ୱକପ ବିଜୟୀ ହୋଇଛି। ବିଶ୍ୱକପ ବିଜେତା ସମସ୍ତ ଖେଳାଳି ଏବଂ ସହଯୋଗୀମାନଙ୍କୁ ଅନେକ ଅନେକ ଅଭିନନ୍ଦନ। ଆଜିର ଏହି ବିଜୟ ପୁଣି 140 କୋଟି ଭାରତୀୟଙ୍କ ମନରେ ଖୁସି ଭରିଦେଇଛି । ଆଗକୁ ଭାରତୀୟ କ୍ରିକେଟ ଏହିପରି ଅନେକ ସଫଳତା ହାସଲ କରି ଦେଶକୁ… pic.twitter.com/HAnaRGwL6X
— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) June 29, 2024

"With stellar performances from our fearless batsmen, who set the stage on fire, to our relentless bowlers, who defended our honour, this victory is truly historic," wrote Minister of Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari in a post on X. "Each player brought their A-game, showcasing skill, passion, and unity. You’ve made us proud again—this triumph belongs to every Indian cheering from the stands and beyond!" he added.

"What a performance by our Men in Blue under @ImRo45 (Rohit Sharma) to bring home the #T20WorldCup after 17 years. This dream run at the tournament has been a result of an excellent display of dedication and teamwork. The entire nation is celebrating this remarkable victory," said Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal.

"The spectacular Men in Blue have made our country proud," said Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. "Congratulations to Team India on a spectacular World Cup Victory and a phenomenal performance throughout the tournament! Surya, what a brilliant catch! Rohit, this win is a testament to your leadership. Rahul, I know Team India will miss your guidance," Gandhi wrote in his message on X.

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra was not far behind as he congratulated the team on this stupendous victory. "T20 World Champions again! What a game. Congratulations, #TeamIndia!"

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge wrote, "Many Congratulations to the Men in Blue for their impressive display of talent and dedication. Virat Kohli, Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh shone through the match. Every Indian is proud of this incredible victory."

Pakistan cricketer Hassan Ali was the first one from across the border to congratulate the Indian team on winning the title. "What a match, what a final!! Congratulations to India on winning the #T20WorldCup. And hats off to South Africa for an unbeaten run till the final, you guys were just an inch away from it," he wrote on X. "Congratulations team India! Wonderful victory," expressed former India captain Anil Kumble.

Among the celebrities, Bollywood actors Riteish Deshmukh, Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandhana and Huma Qureshi took to social media to congratulate the Indian team for the thrilling victory.

(IANS)

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