Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the Indian men’s and women’s Kho Kho teams at his official residence to celebrate their successes in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup. Prime Minister Modi commended the talent, cooperation, and perseverance of the teams in highlighting the cultural importance of Kho Kho. The women’s team won with a huge margin of 78-40 against Nepal, while the men’s team won by 54-36 against the same opponent. He focused much on spreading Indian traditional sports to the world, linking this up with India’s ambitions of hosting the 2036 Olympics. This was a massive step toward protecting India’s cultural heritage and inspiring youth.