Team India returned home today after clinching the T20 World Cup, greeted by a euphoric crowd at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. The champions, led by captain Rohit Sharma, were met with cheers, chants, and a grand reception after their victorious campaign in Barbados.

Live Updates:

• 8:00 AM: The team’s flight landed in New Delhi, having departed from Barbados amidst a hurricane scare. Air India operated a special charter to bring the players home, cancelling a Newark-Delhi flight to facilitate this.
• 8:30 AM: Players were escorted to ITC Maurya under heavy security where they will rest before heading to the Prime Minister’s Office.
• 9:00 AM: The team is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where they will be congratulated for their stellar performance.

Special Arrangements:

The BCCI has announced a victory parade to celebrate the triumph, scheduled for later today in Mumbai. According to Jay Shah, BCCI Secretary, the parade will begin at 5:00 PM from Nariman Point’s NCPA and proceed to the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Fans are encouraged to join the celebrations along Marine Drive.

Rohit Sharma’s Call to Fans:

In a tweet, Rohit Sharma expressed his excitement and invited fans to celebrate the win. “🇮🇳, we want to enjoy this special moment with all of you. So let’s celebrate this win with a victory parade at Marine Drive & Wankhede on July 4th from 5:00 PM onwards. It’s coming home ❤️🏆,” he posted.

Traffic Advisory:

Mumbai Police has issued a traffic advisory for the parade. Significant congestion is expected around Marine Drive and surrounding areas. Commuters are advised to plan their travel accordingly.

Public Reaction:

Social media is abuzz with messages of congratulations and excitement. From cricket legends to Bollywood stars, everyone is celebrating the victory. A special video by the BCCI featuring Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma unboxing the T20 World Cup trophy has gone viral, garnering millions of views.

Upcoming Celebrations:

Following the parade, a prize distribution ceremony will be held at Wankhede Stadium. The team will receive a grand prize of INR 125 crores, awarded by BCCI Secretary Jay Shah.

Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage of Team India’s victory celebrations.