World Champions Amanjot And Harleen Get Grand Welcome In Chandigarh | Watch

World Cup-winning cricketers Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol received a hero’s welcome as they returned home to Punjab on Friday. The atmosphere at the airport was electric, with families, fans, and leaders

of the state’s ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) greeting them with sweets, flowers, and the vibrant beats of the dhol.

The celebrations came just days after the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women’s team created history by clinching its first-ever 50-over World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a thrilling final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

VIDEO | Mohali: Women’s World Cup champions Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol arrive at Mohali airport to a grand welcome. Family members, fans, and supporters celebrate their homecoming with dhol, cheers, and tricolour flags as the cricketers return to their hometown after India’s… pic.twitter.com/24seHKQr7W

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Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer were among the prominent leaders present to welcome the champions. The two players were honoured with shawls, while fans cheered and showered them with affection.

Speaking to reporters, Amanjot Kaur dedicated the victory to the nation and her home state.

“This victory belongs to the entire India, to the entire Punjab,” she said.

She also revealed the emotional toll of the high-stakes matches. “We didn’t sleep after the semi-final win against Australia. Even after the final victory, we were too excited to rest,” she added with a smile.

VIDEO | Mohali: Upon her return to hometown after India’s World Cup triumph, cricketer Amanjot Kaur says, “We played our part and God was always with us. We couldn’t sleep after the victory because of the excitement we had. Whenever I perform for the team, my father gets… pic.twitter.com/Bpp6MqFTT2

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Harleen Deol, too, spoke about the importance of family support in her journey.

“Girls can bring glory when given freedom and opportunity. My family always supported me. I want to tell parents — give your daughters the freedom to dream. And to the girls, follow your passion and work hard,” she said.

“We always believed we could do well and lift the Cup.”

Hayer, who previously served as Punjab’s Sports Minister, highlighted the state government’s continued commitment to promoting athletes.

“Punjab has a sports-friendly approach. We are proud of our daughters who continue to make the state and the nation proud,” he said.

Echoing his sentiments, Minister Harpal Singh Cheema added,

“On behalf of the Punjab government, I welcome all our daughters who have brought glory to India. They are inspiring many others to excel in sports.”

After the reception, Amanjot and Harleen travelled home in an open vehicle, accompanied by family members, supporters, and ministers amid cheers and celebrations.

Earlier this week, on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the victorious Indian team at his residence, lauding their resilience and remarkable comeback after enduring a tough phase marked by three consecutive defeats.