Jammu, Feb. 28 -- Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Jammu and Kashmir team after their historic Ranji Trophy triumph on Saturday.

Shah congratulated every youth of the region, especially the J&K cricket team, saying it is a moment that fills every citizen with immense pride.

Paras Dogra-led Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) ended a 67-year wait for the Ranji Trophy title defeating the powerhouse Karnataka. Playing their first-ever Ranji final, Jammu and Kashmir were crowned champions by virtue of their massive 291-run first-innings lead, a gap that proved insurmountable for the eight-time champions, Karnataka, led by Devdutt Padikkal.

"On Jammu and Kashmir winning the Ranji Trophy for the first time ever, I extend my heartfelt congratulat...