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India Wins! Wishes Pour In From PM Modi, Sadhguru To Munawar Faruqui As Nation Congratulates Team India, Watch

India's victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has triggered massive celebrations across the country. After Team India lifted the prestigious trophy, political leaders, celebrities, and public figures took to social media platform X to congratulate the players for their remarkable performance.

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India won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, sparking nationwide celebrations and drawing congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and numerous political figures and celebrities.

From the country's top leadership to entertainment personalities, messages of pride and celebration poured in, praising the team's determination, teamwork, and outstanding performance throughout the tournament.

PM Narendra Modi Congratulates Team India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian team and praised their hard work and determination. In a message shared on X, he said:

"Champions!
Congratulations to the Indian team on winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup!
This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament.
This victory has filled every Indian heart with pride and joy.
Well done, Team India!"

Amit Shah Applauds The Team's Effort

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also praised the team for their outstanding performance and determination during the tournament.

"What a victory...!!
Hats-off to World Champion Team India.
Your exceptional performance throughout the tournament and the vigorous display of mettle has brought glory and pride for the nation.
Congratulations to the entire team for making every Indian proud."

President Droupadi Murmu Calls It A Historic Achievement

President Droupadi Murmu described the victory as a historic milestone for Indian cricket and congratulated the players and support staff.

"Heartiest congratulations to Team India which scaled several peaks of history by winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup emphatically. India has the proud distinction of being the only country to win the cup three times. It is also the only team to win the cup twice in a row.

This brings immense joy and pride to our cricket-loving people. It is also a marker of the rich talent pool we have among our youth in diverse fields.

Every single player, entire management and the support staff deserve the highest praise for this collective triumph. I wish our cricket team sustained glory in the future."

Celebrities Join The Celebration

Several celebrities also celebrated India's victory and congratulated the team for bringing the World Cup home.

Comedian Kapil Sharma wrote:

"Congratulations boys 🤗🥳 cheers"

Actor Akshay Kumar highlighted the celebratory mood across Indian households.
"हर घर का माहौल

Congratulations on bringing the World Cup home, Team India."

Streaming platform Netflix India also celebrated the win with a short message:

"TEAM INDIA HAS WON THE T20 WORLD CUP"

Social Media Reactions Pour In

Comedian Munawar Faruqui praised the young players and expressed confidence in the future of Indian cricket.

"What a team!
The youngest blood did it once again
And proved that future of Indian cricket is in great hands 🙌
Congratulations team 👑
For lifting it🏆 again!"

External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar kept his message short but powerful.

"Champions once again."

Bihar leader Tejashwi Yadav also congratulated the team and captain Suryakumar Yadav.

"Congratulations Team India for winning T-20 World Cup!
Well Done
@surya_14kumar & Team!"

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar praised the team's determination and consistency throughout the tournament.


"And we're Champions for the 3rd time!

What a proud moment for India as our team wins the ICC Men's T20 World Cup and defends the title in style. This victory reflects the outstanding effort and consistency shown throughout the tournament.

The entire team displayed great composure and determination on the big stage. Congratulations to Team India for making the nation proud once again."

Anand Mahindra Highlights Inspiring Player Stories

Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared a thoughtful message highlighting the inspiring journeys of players Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma.

"There is much to celebrate in India's decisive victory in the World Cup today.
And as always in this sport, it is teamwork that deserves the credit. But the individual stories woven into the team's tapestry make such victories even sweeter to savour.
Two stories stood out for me. Both about redemption, but also about the importance of sustaining faith in one's players.

Sanju Samson, returning from exile to remind us that remarkable talent cannot be suppressed for long.

And Abhishek Sharma, repaying the faith placed in him despite the loud calls for his ouster.

No matter what your sphere of work is, both these stories carry a lesson about the magic that can emerge when someone is given a second chance."

Smriti Irani Calls It A Moment Of Pride

Senior leader Smriti Irani also celebrated the historic victory.

"WORLD CHAMPIONS! Well deserved! 🇮🇳👏
Congratulations to the Indian cricket team for lifting the ICC Men's T20 World Cup yet again and becoming the first team ever to win the tournament three times.
A historic victory and a moment of immense pride for every Indian!"

India's triumph in the T20 World Cup 2026 has united the nation in celebration. The flood of congratulatory messages from leaders, celebrities, and public figures reflects the deep connection between cricket and the people of India.

The victory not only adds another trophy to India's rich cricketing history but also highlights the strength, talent, and bright future of the Indian team.

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