Watch: PM Modi meets Team India's T20 World Cup winning squad at his residence in Delhi; poses with trophy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with India's World Cup-winning squad, led by Rohit Sharma, today at his residence. The team had been stranded in Barbados since Saturday due to Hurricane Beryl, but finally arrived in New Delhi today around 6 AM IST. Hundreds of fans gathered at the airport to greet them, creating a celebratory atmosphere. Rohit Sharma proudly held the T20 World Cup trophy in his hands as the players basked in the warm welcome.

PM Modi engaged in individual conversations with each player, likely inquiring about their emotions as world champions. The victorious World Cup squad gathered around the Prime Minister, capturing a momentous picture with him at the center, proudly displaying the coveted trophy. The atmosphere was filled with joy and excitement during this highly anticipated meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Delhi.

A memorable occasion as #TeamIndia got the opportunity to meet the Honourable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modiji in Delhi @narendramodi | @JayShah pic.twitter.com/eqJ7iv9yVw

— BCCI (@BCCI) July 4, 2024

An excellent meeting with our Champions!

Hosted the World Cup winning team at 7, LKM and had a memorable conversation on their experiences through the tournament. pic.twitter.com/roqhyQRTnn

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 4, 2024

For those unfamiliar with the details, the Indian team, accompanied by BCCI officials, including Jay Shah, arrived in Delhi this morning from Barbados on a special Air India flight that had landed in the Caribbean on Wednesday, July 3rd. The players received a hero's welcome at the airport, with thousands of fans eagerly awaiting the arrival of the champions and the T20 World Cup trophy.

Upon their arrival at the ITC Maurya hotel, the team was greeted in a traditional manner, with a special trophy cake prepared to commemorate their T20 World Cup victory. The players took a moment to cut the cake before proceeding to their meeting with PM Modi, which lasted approximately 90 minutes. Following the meeting, the team bus departed for the airport, with the World Cup-winning squad set to arrive in Mumbai by 4 PM IST.

A victory parade is scheduled from 5 PM, starting at Nariman Point and concluding at Wankhede Stadium. Fans are invited to attend the event free of charge, where a victory lap and celebratory function will take place.

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