GUWAHATI, Jan 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated the men’s and women’s teams on winning the Kho Kho World Cup.
“Today’s a great day for Indian Kho Kho.
Incredibly proud of Indian Men’s Kho Kho team for winning the Kho Kho World Cup title. Their grit and dedication is commendable. This win will contribute to further popularising Kho Kho among the youth,” Prime Minister Modi wrote on ‘X’, formerly Twitter, congratulating the men’s team which defeated Nepal 54-36 in the final.
“Congratulations to the Indian women’s team on winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup! This historic victory is a result of their unparalleled skill, determination and teamwork.
This triumph has brought more spotlight to one of India’s oldest traditional sports, inspiring countless young athletes across the nation. May this achievement also pave the way for more youngsters to pursue this sport in the times to come,” he wrote, congratulating the women’s team following their 78-40 victory over Nepal in the final.
