India’s women’s cricket team delivered a commanding performance to clinch the Gold Medal in Women’s T20 Cricket at the Asian Games 2026, securing the nation’s first Gold of this edition.
President Droupadi Murmu congratulated the team for their “historic victory” and praised their “exceptional performance, team spirit and determination,” noting the inspiration it provides to India’s youth, especially daughters.
My heartiest congratulations to all the members of Team India on winning the Gold Medal in Women’s T20 Cricket at the Asian Games 2026. Your historic victory has secured India its first Gold Medal in this edition of the Games and brought immense pride to the nation. Your…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 22, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the triumph as “a splendid victory marked by confidence, skill and wonderful teamwork,” adding that the achievement will inspire countless young cricketers across the country.
A historic achievement for India!
Congratulations to Suchika Tariyal on winning a Bronze in Mixed Martial Arts and securing India’s first-ever Asian Games medal in this field. Her achievement is especially significant, highlighting her dedication and zeal.
Best wishes for many…
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 22, 2026
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi described the win as “Nari Shakti in action,” emphasising how India’s daughters have raised the benchmark on the world stage.
Heartiest congratulations to the Indian Women’s Cricket Team on their magnificent Gold Medal triumph at the Asian Games 2026.
This is Nari Shakti in action. From ambition to achievement, our daughters have shown that when India’s women rise, they do not just break barriers, they… pic.twitter.com/3vFVjshblU
— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) September 22, 2026
Odisha Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik also lauded the team for defending their title with a dominant victory over Sri Lanka, calling it an “outstanding all‑round performance” that brought glory to the nation.
Congratulate Indian Women’s Cricket Team on clinching #Gold at the #AsianGames 2026 and successfully defending their title with a dominant victory over #SriLanka. The team’s outstanding all-round performance has brought glory for the nation. May they continue their splendid form… pic.twitter.com/aGMMkhfcAK
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) September 22, 2026
The golden triumph underscores the rising power of Indian women in sport and cements their place as trailblazers on the global stage.
