Renuka Thakur & Indian team congratulated for creating history by winning Women World Cup 2025
A Daughter Who Made a Nation Proud
“I wish God gives everyone a daughter like Renuka,” says Sunita Thakur, her voice brimming with pride and emotion. As the mother of Indian women’s cricket team’s star bowler, Sunita isn’t just celebrating a personal victory — she’s rejoicing in a moment that has united her village and inspired a nation.
Renuka Thakur, who hails from the quiet village of Parsa in Rohru subdivision of Shimla district, has etched her name in history as part of India’s World Cup-winning squad. Her journey from playing cricket with boys on village streets to lifting the World Cup is nothing short of extraordinary.
A Village Feast for a National Hero
“The entire family and neighbours watched India fight their way to victory. Today, we’ll throw a feast for the whole village,” Sunita beams. Plans are underway for a grand celebration — complete with traditional Himachali ‘nati’ dance and DJs — to honour Renuka’s achievement.
It’s a moment of collective pride. For a village that had no cricket infrastructure, Renuka’s rise is a testament to grit and dreams that defy limitations.
A Father’s Dream, A Daughter’s Promise
Renuka’s brother, Vinod Thakur, recalls their late father’s passion for sports. “He wanted both of us to shine in cricket and kabaddi. He loved sports so much, he named me after Vinod Kambli,” Vinod shares. While both siblings carried the dream, it was Renuka who fulfilled it — becoming a regular in the Indian women’s cricket team and making her debut in 2021.
Her big break came when she was selected for the HPCA’s women’s cricket academy in Dharamsala. From there, she honed her skills and rose through the ranks, proving that talent can thrive even in the remotest corners of India.
A Celebration of Hope and Heritage
Renuka’s story isn’t just about cricket — it’s about resilience, family, and the power of belief. As her village prepares to dance and dine in her honour, her journey becomes a beacon for countless young girls who dare to dream beyond boundaries.
Sukhu announces rupees one crore to cricketer Renuka Thakur
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced rupees one crore prize money to international cricketer Renuka Thakur, who hails from Rohru area of Shimla district and was part of the World Champion Indian Women cricket team.
The Chief Minister also spoke to Renuka Thakur over the phone and congratulated the entire Indian squad for creating history by winning its maiden World Cup. He said that he himself watched the semi-final and final cricket matches of the Indian team which performed outstandingly in this event.
The State was proud of the feat of Renuka Thakur, who has brought laurels to the State globally, stated the Chief Minister. He expressed hope that girls would take inspiration from her excellent performance and dedication to achieve their goals. The Indian Women Cricket Team won the Women World Cup-2025 held at Mumbai last evening by beating the South Africa team.
Pratibha Singh congratulated Renuka Thakur, daughter of Rohru
State Congress President and former MP Pratibha Singh, on behalf of the State Congress Committee, congratulated the Indian women’s cricket team for creating history and becoming world champions. She said the women’s cricket team has proven that women are in no way inferior to men.
Pratibha Singh also congratulated Renuka Thakur, daughter of Rohru, Himachal Pradesh, on her victory in the ICC Women’s Cricket Team, saying that the state is proud of her. She added that the state’s daughter’s reputation in the cricket world brings honor to all the state’s daughters. She said that this is a matter of great pride and good fortune for the state. Renuka Thakur, the state’s daughter, became part of the World Cup-winning team.
Pratibha Singh, while congratulating the entire Indian women’s cricket team on behalf of the people of the state for their remarkable victory, said that their dedication and hard work towards cricket will prove to be inspirational for all the daughters of the country.
