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Fans flock to Marine Drive to witness Team India celebratory victory parade

Updated On: 04 July, 2024 05:57 PM IST | Editor

The start of the T20 World Champion Indian cricket team`s victory parade here at the Marine Drive on Thursday was delayed as the squad landed in the city a little after 5:00 pm local time (Pic: Sameer Abdedi)

The start of the T20 World Champion Indian cricket team`s victory parade here at the Marine Drive on Thursday was delayed as the squad landed in the city a little after 5:00 pm local time (Pic: Sameer Abdedi)

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The start of the T20 World Champion Indian cricket team`s victory parade here at the Marine Drive on Thursday was delayed as the squad landed in the city a little after 5:00 pm local time (Pic: Sameer Abdedi)

The Wankhede Stadium here was thrown open to fans, who filled up the stands within minutes to celebrate the Indian cricket team`s title triumph last Saturday

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The Wankhede Stadium here was thrown open to fans, who filled up the stands within minutes to celebrate the Indian cricket team`s title triumph last Saturday

Enthusiastic supporters defied monsoon downpours and stringent security protocols as they gathered eagerly for the homecoming of India`s triumphant T20 World Cup 2024 cricket team

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Enthusiastic supporters defied monsoon downpours and stringent security protocols as they gathered eagerly for the homecoming of India`s triumphant T20 World Cup 2024 cricket team

Despite the challenges posed by heavy rain and heightened security measures, the fervor of the fans remained undiminished

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Despite the challenges posed by heavy rain and heightened security measures, the fervor of the fans remained undiminished

Fans` unwavering support was a testament to cricket`s unparalleled popularity in India, where the sport is revered as more than just a game but a cultural phenomenon

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Fans` unwavering support was a testament to cricket`s unparalleled popularity in India, where the sport is revered as more than just a game but a cultural phenomenon

As the nation revels in the glory of their latest T20 World Cup victory, the event serves as a poignant reminder of the team`s remarkable achievement and enduring impact on the fabric of Indian cricketing history

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As the nation revels in the glory of their latest T20 World Cup victory, the event serves as a poignant reminder of the team`s remarkable achievement and enduring impact on the fabric of Indian cricketing history

This homecoming holds special significance for Rohit Sharma, a native of Mumbai and a beloved figure in the city, where similar celebrations marked India`s triumph in the inaugural 2007 World T20 final in South Africa

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This homecoming holds special significance for Rohit Sharma, a native of Mumbai and a beloved figure in the city, where similar celebrations marked India`s triumph in the inaugural 2007 World T20 final in South Africa

The resilient spirit displayed by the fans in Mumbai mirrored the resilience and determination of the players they idolize

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The resilient spirit displayed by the fans in Mumbai mirrored the resilience and determination of the players they idolize

This fervour was palpably evident as fans braved the inclement weather and security restrictions to express solidarity with their beloved cricketing icons.

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This fervour was palpably evident as fans braved the inclement weather and security restrictions to express solidarity with their beloved cricketing icons.

Beyond being a mere pastime, cricket is revered as a unifying force that binds diverse communities and generations together under a shared passion

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Beyond being a mere pastime, cricket is revered as a unifying force that binds diverse communities and generations together under a shared passion

The unwavering allegiance of these supporters underscored cricket`s unparalleled significance in the nation`s fabric

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The unwavering allegiance of these supporters underscored cricket`s unparalleled significance in the nation`s fabric

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High tidal waves in Mumbai delay Lalbaugcha Raja`s visarjan

High tidal waves in Mumbai delay Lalbaugcha Raja`s visarjan

The iconic Lalbaugcha Raja idol was shifted onto a raft on Sunday afternoon after delays since morning due to high tide and technical challenges, with final immersion, delayed by several hours, expected to take place around 11 pm, officials said.

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