The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) on Monday announced cash awards for Punjab’s stars of India’s historic Women’s World Cup triumph. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and all-rounder Amanjot Kaur will receive ₹11 lakh each, while fielding coach Munish Bali from Patiala will get ₹5 lakh for his role in guiding the team to victory.
The PCA will soon organise a special felicitation ceremony to honour the trio for their stellar contribution to Indian cricket.
Amarjit Singh Mehta, PCA president, and Siddhant Sharma, joint secretary (officiating), personally congratulated the players and coach.
Mehta said, “This World Cup victory is a moment of immense pride for the entire nation, and we at the PCA are especially delighted that key members of this historic achievement hail from Punjab. Their dedication and performance have brought great glory to our state and to Indian cricket.”