JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Team for clinching their maiden Ranji Trophy title, calling 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.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor described the moment as J&K’s “finest hour,” expressing deep emotions at watching the team lift the coveted Ranji Trophy. He thanked the players for carving history through sheer determination and said they had “immortalized history” with their achievement.
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.

