Poonch, February 14: Pride and celebration marked the return of Abhilove Kour to her hometown, Poonch, where members of civil society, youth, and residents gathered to welcome the India Women's National Lacrosse Team player.
Kour recently won a gold medal at the 2026 Asian Lacrosse Games in Riyadh, playing a key defensive role in India's victory. The jubilant crowd greeted her with a procession, cultural performances, and felicitation ceremonies.
Thanking the people for their support, she said representing India and winning gold was a dream come true, and urged young girls to pursue sports. Local leaders described her achievement as an inspiration for aspiring athletes in the region.