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World Cup Stars Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol Receive Grand Welcome in Chandigarh
Two amazing women cricketers, Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol, just won the World Cup for India!
When they came back home to Chandigarh, their families and important people from the government met them at the airport.
They were greeted with lots of sweets and the loud, happy sound of the dhol drums.
The players felt very proud that their victory means a lot to their country and especially to Punjab.
Harleen told everyone that girls can do amazing things if their parents let them follow their dreams.
Amanjot shared how excited the team was after winning.
The government leaders said they are very proud of these athletes and support sports in Punjab.
Everyone celebrated their big win, which brought so much pride to their home.
World Cup-winning cricketers Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol received a warm welcome in Chandigarh.
They were greeted with sweets and dhol beats by their families and Punjab government leaders.
The players expressed pride in their victory for India and Punjab.
Harleen Deol encouraged parents to support their daughters' dreams and ambitions.
Punjab ministers highlighted the state's commitment to sports and congratulated the players.
- Who
- World Cup-winning cricketers Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol, their families, Punjab's Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer.
- What
- Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol received a grand welcome with sweets and dhol beats upon their return to Chandigarh after winning the World Cup.
- Where
- Chandigarh.
- When
- Friday.
- Why
- To celebrate their World Cup victory and honor their achievement for India and Punjab.
Player's Perspective
Government and Family Sentiments
Significance of Victory
Player's Perspective
Amanjot Kaur stated the victory belongs to all of India and Punjab, and shared the team's exhilaration, noting they didn't sleep after the semi-final and final wins.
Government and Family Sentiments
Punjab leaders welcomed the players, stating they are making the state proud and are bringing laurels in various international competitions. Family members celebrated the win, recalling Amanjot's childhood passion for cricket.
Empowerment and Support
Player's Perspective
Harleen Deol emphasized that girls can achieve success with freedom and opportunity, encouraging parents to support their daughters' passions and for girls to follow their dreams.
Government and Family Sentiments
Punjab's Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer highlighted the state government's sports-friendly approach, with families expressing pride and support for the players.
Key facts
- Event
- Welcome celebration for cricketers Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol in Chandigarh.
- Cricketers Honored
- Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol, members of the World Cup-winning women's cricket team.
- Attendees
- Families of the cricketers, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, and fans.
- Date of Welcome
- Friday.
- Team's Achievement
- Won the 50-over World Cup by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final.
- Celebration Elements
- Sweets, dhol beats, presentation of shawls.
Timeline
India's women's cricket team reached the World Cup final.
They achieved this by chasing Australia's target of 338.
The record-breaking chase was led by Rodrigues and Kaur.
India then won the World Cup, sparking nationwide celebrations.
The PM attributed his glow to public love after meeting the team.
Quotes
Amanjot
World Cup-winning women's cricket team member
“This victory is of entire India, entire Punjab.”
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“Later, on the day of the (final) victory too, we did not sleep”
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Harleen Deol
World Cup-winning women's cricket team member
“Girls can bring laurels when given freedom and opportunity. My family always supported me. I want to give a message to parents that give freedom to your daughters ... I want to tell girls that they must follow their passion and work hard.”
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“We had belief that we will do well and lift the Cup”
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Harpal Singh Cheema
Punjab's Finance Minister
“On behalf of the Punjab government, I welcome all the daughters, they are making us proud. The daughters are bringing laurels in other sports too at various international competitions”
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Satwinder Kaur
Amanjot's cousin
“She also broke many window panes in the neighbourhood while she used to play...The family supported her throughout to excel in life”
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Sources
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