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PM Modi Congratulates Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal on Engagement, Leaks Wedding Date

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended heartfelt congratulations to Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal on their engagement, calling their union a “joyous” occasion. The Prime Minister’s message, while congratulating both families, also revealed the wedding date as November 23rd, a detail yet to be officially announced by the couple.

In his note, PM Modi wished the couple a lifetime of happiness built on “love, trust, and togetherness.” He expressed hope that Mandhana and Muchhal would continue to inspire others through their shared journey, rooted in mutual support and understanding.

Mandhana confirmed her engagement earlier this week in a playful manner, sharing an Instagram dance reel with teammates Jemimah Rodrigues, Shreyanka Patil, and Radha Yadav. The reel subtly featured her engagement ring, delighting fans.

The news follows a remarkable period for Mandhana, who played a pivotal role in India’s recent ICC Women’s ODI World Cup victory. As of this summary, she topped the Indian batting charts at the tournament with a record-breaking 434 runs and scoring a memorable century. She finished the tournament as second highest run scorer. Her personal happiness comes alongside the success on the professional front for one of India’s finest batters. With the Prime Minister’s well-wishes now public, the countdown to the alleged November 23rd wedding date is officially on.

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