Jammu, March 1, 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Team for scripting history by clinching their maiden Ranji Trophy title, marking a defining moment in the Union Territory’s sporting journey.
Describing the achievement as “J&K’s finest hour,” the Lieutenant Governor lauded the players, coaching staff, and support team for their extraordinary performance, discipline, and unwavering dedication throughout the prestigious domestic cricket tournament.
In a post shared on X, the Lieutenant Governor expressed deep pride over the team’s landmark victory. He said the triumph reflects the resilience, grit, and determination of the young cricketers who carved their names into the annals of history with sheer hard work.
“J&K’s finest hour has arrived! Emotions surging beyond words as I watch our Cricket team claiming the Ranji Trophy. To every fierce player who carved history through sheer grit: thank you from entire UT beaming with pride. You have immortalized history—embrace it with honor,” the Lieutenant Governor posted.
He also attributed the growing sports culture in Jammu and Kashmir to the renewed focus on youth development and infrastructure in recent years. Highlighting the transformation in the Union Territory’s sporting landscape, he said the victory symbolizes a new era of excellence and ambition among J&K’s youth.
The Lieutenant Governor further encouraged young sportspersons across the region to draw inspiration from this historic win and strive for greater achievements at national and international platforms.
“I’m grateful for UT’s sporting revolution ignited under Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s leadership post 2019. To all youth: let this blaze ignite your horizon: train relentlessly & fiercely. Build on this win to pioneer eras of dominance – J&K’s unstoppable future starts with you,” he added.
The Ranji Trophy victory is being celebrated across Jammu and Kashmir as a milestone achievement, reinforcing the Union Territory’s emergence as a rising powerhouse in Indian cricket. The historic triumph is expected to further boost grassroots sports development, inspire budding cricketers, and strengthen J&K’s presence in national tournaments.
