PM interacts with Indian Women’s Cricket Team

The players said that this was the first time that they had seen a Prime Minister tweet for the Women’s Cricket Team. They said that that they felt proud, happy and inspired to know that the Prime Minister was following their progress. 

Responding to questions asked by the players on handling pressure, the Prime Minister said that Yoga helps achieve a good balance between mind, body and action. He also said that practice of Yoga helps develop detachment. 

Telling the players that they had not “lost”, the Prime Minister said that 125 crore Indians carried their defeat in the final, on their shoulders, and this was, in fact, their greatest victory. 

Noting that India’s daughters have made the nation proud in many international sporting events, the Prime Minister said that the society is benefiting from the progress that women are making in various fields. Besides sports, he mentioned the school results of Class 10 and 12; and women space scientists who have played a key role in prestigious ISRO missions. 

The players presented a signed cricket bat to the Prime Minister. 

Had a wonderful interaction with the Indian cricket team that took part in the women's cricket world cup. @BCCIWomen pic.twitter.com/750452ZzUx

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Delighted to meet the proud skipper of a proud team, @M_Raj03. Congratulated her for her leadership and her game. pic.twitter.com/qIQlOjPmHu

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Met @mandhana_smriti. This remarkable player overcame an injury & played the WC. Her innings against England at Derby was stupendous. pic.twitter.com/WjVpsYEcn1

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Was happy to meet Poonam Raut, who played consistently well through the World Cup. Her contribution to the team is invaluable. pic.twitter.com/GMSkUoyKIB

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

With the talented @ImHarmanpreet...congratulated her for her memorable innings against Australia & wished her the best for the future. pic.twitter.com/E2BRzLZNiv

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Interacted with this all rounder par excellence, Deepti Sharma. At a rather young age, her remarkable accomplishments make us proud. pic.twitter.com/TC9yMZ03BO

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Was great meeting you, @vedakmurthy08. Keep playing with the same focus and determination. Good luck! pic.twitter.com/C1So4kX9Bb

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

With @ImSushVerma...a reliable wicket keeper and wonderful player. pic.twitter.com/9PZCK4zbSy

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Jhulan Goswami is renowned not only in India but across the world for her bowling. Had a very good interaction with her today. pic.twitter.com/gqjFTHCHDF

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Shikha Pandey is a promising player who made India proud in the recently concluded World Cup. pic.twitter.com/FeAO2iXQXq

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

The contribution of Poonam Yadav to the team is immense. Spoke to her on a wide range of issues during our interaction. pic.twitter.com/p0ZVS6jYqh

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Appreciated Rajeshwari Gayakwad's consistent bowling in the World Cup. Delighted to meet her today. pic.twitter.com/4s1k3kC503

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Met Nuzhat Parween. Had a very good interaction with her earlier today. pic.twitter.com/1DT7DyP2W5

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Interacted with the well known cricketer Mona Meshram, whose batting is admired by many. pic.twitter.com/wxoJ2e78gO

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017

Had a fruitful discussion with Mansi Joshi. pic.twitter.com/FME7ED69un

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 27, 2017