Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their historic Ranji Trophy triumph, calling it the region’s “finest hour.”
In a post on X, the LG lauded the players for their grit and determination.“J&K’s finest hour has arrived. Emotions beyond words as our cricket team claims the Ranji Trophy. To every player who carved history through sheer grit—thank you from the entire UT. You have immortalised history with this acheievement; embrace it with honor,” the post read.
The victory marks a milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s sporting journey, with the team clinching its maiden Ranji Trophy title after decades in India’s premier domestic cricket tournament.The title-winning campaign was marked by consistent performances, disciplined bowling, and resilient batting throughout the season.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called the achievement a defining moment in the Union Territory’s sporting history.Hailing the team’s historic triumph, the Lieutenant Governor lauded the players and coaching staff for their extraordinary performance, grit and unwavering dedication throughout the tournament. He said the landmark victory has filled the entire Union Territory with immense pride and joy.
Shri Sinha also highlighted the transformation in the sporting ecosystem of the Union Territory in recent years and urged the youth to draw inspiration from the team’s success. He encouraged young sportspersons to train relentlessly and build on this victory to script new chapters of excellence for Jammu & Kashmir.The historic Ranji Trophy win marks a major milestone for J&K cricket and is being celebrated across the region as a symbol of perseverance, talent and rising sporting aspirations.
Meanwhile, PDP president and former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti described Jammu and Kashmir’s maiden Ranji title as a “blessed moment” for the region, saying the team’s successful campaign sends a strong message against forces attempting to divide people along religious lines. Today is truly a very blessed day for our Jammu and Kashmir. In my opinion, it is a slap on the faces of those forces who try to divide Hindus and Muslims and create conflict between them,” Mufti told reporters on the sidelines of a party function in Katra township of Reasi district.
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