India celebrates historic triumph in Thomas Cup badminton

New Delhi: India erupted in celebration after its maiden title triumph in the prestigious Thomas Cup badminton tournament, with people from all walks of life joyfully exhausting their stock of superlatives to adorn Sunday's heroes.

From Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Olympic gold medallist shooter Abhinav Bindra, the historic feat drew the attention of the country's political class, sporting fraternity, entertainment industry, and the corporate sector, among others.

They lavished rich praise on the men who made it possible -- Lakshay Sheron, Kidambi Srikanth, the doubles duo of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy -- and also the ones who were not required in the team's 3-0 demolition of 14-time winners Indonesia but played stirring roles en route to the victory in Bangkok.

Here are some of the reactions:

A historic achievement and a massive moment for Indian badminton. Congratulations Team India on winning the Thomas Cup 🇮🇳🏆👏

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 15, 2022

Congratulations to Indian men's badminton team on their superb triumph in the Thomas Cup and their winning the title for the first time ever! Kudos!! Jai Hind!!

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) May 15, 2022

Fellow Indians, Today i.e 15th May Sunday, Indian Badminton team is on the verge of history. They will take on Indonesia in the final of Thomas Cup.
Thomas Cup is men's Badminton Team World Cup. India has reached the finals for the 1st time! India is leading 2-0 #Cheer4India 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Dj6GW1vBYS

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) May 15, 2022

Congratulate #TeamIndia for their historic win in men's Badminton in the Thomas Cup.

A real inspiration for so many young Indians.

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 15, 2022

India clinched the Thomas Cup.

A momentous day for the Indian Badminton team that will be etched in the annals of our sport's history.

I congratulate our entire team on this great accomplishment. Every Indian is immensely proud today. pic.twitter.com/RvTrZuk0uE

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 15, 2022

What a moment for Indian sport - we are Thomas Cup champions for the first ever time, and we beat the best to make it happen.
Congrats to the players and staff.
Some things take time, but don't let anyone tell you it can't be done. 👏

— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) May 15, 2022

The Indian badminton team has scripted history! The entire nation is elated by India winning the Thomas Cup! Congratulations to our accomplished team and best wishes to them for their future endeavours. This win will motivate so many upcoming sportspersons.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 15, 2022