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Team India Women's Kabaddi Team felicitated, receivies Rs 67.50 lakh reward

New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) The Indian Women's Kabaddi team was felicitated on Tuesday following their triumphant title defence at the 6th Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship in Tehran, with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announcing a cash reward of Rs 67.50 lakh for the team.
Recognising their achievement, Mandaviya also revealed plans to launch a women’s kabaddi league to provide more opportunities for female athletes, mirroring the men's league. "We will take all efforts to support our female athletes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants our girls to get equal opportunities in the development of Viksit Bharat," he stated at the felicitation ceremony.
Dr Mandaviya further disclosed that, during the recent Chintan Shivir in Hyderabad, a decision was taken to encourage corporate sponsorship in sports. "The government will do everything necessary to develop indigenous sports, including kabaddi. We will encourage the corporate sector to adopt sports and provide financial backing for training and infrastructure development," he said.
The Indian Women's Kabaddi team successfully defended their title by overcoming hosts Iran 32-25 in the final held on Saturday. The tournament, returning after an eight-year hiatus, was previously held in Iran in 2017, where India triumphed over South Korea to lift the trophy.
With this latest triumph, India continues its dominance in the sport, having also secured gold at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. This victory marks India's fifth title win at the Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship, reinforcing its stature as the undisputed powerhouse of the sport.
Placed in Group A alongside Thailand, Bangladesh, and Malaysia, India advanced comfortably to the final, securing dominant victories over Bangladesh (64-23), Thailand (76-21), and Malaysia (73-19), finishing with an impressive cumulative score difference of +150. In the semifinal, India defeated Nepal 56-18, setting up a title clash with hosts Iran.
Despite facing stiff competition, Team India prevailed 32-25 in the final. Captain and raider Sonali Shingate attributed their success to rigorous training at SAI Sonepat, which played a crucial role in their preparation. She also expressed gratitude for the Supreme Court’s intervention, which ensured the Indian team’s participation in the championship.
"We are grateful to the Supreme Court for enabling our participation. This victory belongs to every member of our team, who played magnificently to ensure we returned as champions," Shingate said.
As the team’s captain and a formidable raider, Shingate played a crucial role in India’s victory. Her leadership on and off the mat ensured that the team remained focused throughout the tournament. "Now, we look forward to the Women's Kabaddi World Cup in Bihar this June," she added.
Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) Secretary-elect Jitendra Pran Singh Thakur lauded the team’s achievement, calling it a significant milestone ahead of the Women's Kabaddi World Cup. "This victory reinforces India's dominance in kabaddi and highlights the growing strength of our women athletes on the international stage. The AKFI remains committed to supporting their participation in upcoming tournaments," he stated.
International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) President Vinod Tiwary, who also serves as Deputy Director General of the Olympic Council of Asia and a member of the OCA Executive Board, extended his congratulations. “The IKF-affiliated nations acknowledge India's role as the torchbearer for kabaddi. We appreciate the support from Indian sports authorities and the Supreme Court in ensuring the team’s participation in the 2025 Asian Women Kabaddi Championships,” he remarked.
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