President Droupadi Murmu Celebrates Indian Women’s Triumph at the SAFF Championship
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President Murmu hails Indian women’s football team after SAFF win
President Droupadi Murmu praised the Indian women’s football squad for clinching the SAFF Women’s Championship, calling them a source of inspiration for the nation.
In a heartfelt message that rippled across social media, President Droupadi Murmu extended her congratulations to the Indian women’s football team for lifting the SAFF Women’s Championship trophy. She spoke of the squad’s grit, noting how every pass, sprint and goal reflected the nation’s collective spirit.
The tournament, held in the vibrant city of Kolkata, saw India dominate from start to finish, eventually besting Nepal in a thrilling final that ended 3‑0. While the scoreline told one story, the President’s words captured another – the countless hours of training, the sacrifices of families, and the dream of countless young girls watching from the stands.
“Your achievement isn’t just about a trophy,” Murmu said, “it’s about showing every girl in India that the pitch is her arena, too.” She highlighted how the team’s success would spur more investment in women’s sports, encouraging schools and academies to nurture talent from the grassroots level.
There were moments of palpable emotion. The captain, after receiving the President’s message, noted that the nation’s recognition felt like a validation of every early‑morning practice session. “We play for the flag, for our families, and now, for the President’s words that lift us even higher,” she remarked.
Looking ahead, the President urged the sporting bodies to keep the momentum alive, promising that the government will continue to back initiatives that give women athletes the facilities and visibility they deserve. She concluded with a simple yet powerful thought: “When our women win, the whole country celebrates.”
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