Bhubaneswar: India’s young wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh has received a grand honour from the West Bengal government after her pivotal performance in the ICC Women’s World Cup final. The state has announced a reward of ₹1 lakh for every run she scored in the title clash, along with plans to name a new cricket stadium in Siliguri after her.
Ghosh played a crucial role in India’s emphatic victory in the final, contributing a decisive knock that helped the team secure the coveted World Cup trophy. Her performance not only lifted India to the top of women’s cricket but also turned her into a symbol of pride for Bengal.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while congratulating the team and Ghosh, revealed that a 27-acre cricket facility in Siliguri will be developed and named Richa Ghosh Cricket Stadium. The project, she said, is aimed at inspiring young athletes across North Bengal and creating a dedicated space for future cricketing talent.
“Richa has made the entire nation proud. Her dedication and performance in the final show what young sportspersons from Bengal are capable of,” Banerjee remarked during the announcement ceremony.
The gesture marks one of the highest civilian sporting recognitions in the state and underscores the growing significance of women’s cricket in India. Ghosh, only in her early twenties, has quickly risen to become one of the country’s most promising cricketers, and the latest honours further cement her legacy.
With the upcoming stadium and the hefty cash reward, Ghosh’s achievements are expected to motivate many aspiring cricketers, especially young girls dreaming of wearing the national colours.
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