Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men's team on winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup, as the hosts completed the tournament with a double delight after the women's team defeated Nepal to become champions at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here on Sunday.

PM Modi stated that this victory will increase the popularity of kho kho among youth in the country.

"It's a wonderful day for Indian Kho Kho. We are extremely proud of the Indian Men's Kho Kho team for winning the Kho Kho World Cup. Their perseverance and dedication are admirable. "This victory will help to popularise Kho Kho among the youth," PM Modi wrote on X.

He also congratulated the Indian women's team on their podium finish.

"Congratulations to the Indian women’s team on winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup! This historic victory is a result of their unparalleled skill, determination and teamwork," Modi wrote on X.

"This triumph has brought more spotlight to one of India’s oldest traditional sports, inspiring countless young athletes across the nation. May this achievement also pave the way for more youngsters to pursue this sport in the times to come," he added.

Indian men's team dominated the final against Nepal with a commanding 54-36 victory, led by outstanding performances from captain Pratik Waikar and tournament standout Ramji Kashyap. They joined the women's team, who dominated Nepal in another excellent final, sealing their victory with an emphatic score of 78-40.