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Prime Minister congratulates Indian women’s hockey team on winning FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup
Celebrating Indian Women's Hockey Team's Victory
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 21 Jun 2026 · 1 min
The Indian women's hockey team has achieved a remarkable feat by winning the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his congratulations and highlighted the team's exceptional performance throughout the tournament.
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Sports Development in India
The performance of national teams can reflect the growth and focus on sports development, especially women's sports in India.
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