India, Nov. 8 -- There are moments in a nation's story that do more than inspire - they redefine what is possible. India's women winning the World Cup is one such transformative moment. This is not merely a triumph on the field; it marks a turning point in how India will see its daughters - as strong, self-reliant, and capable of leading the nation's destiny.

This victory carries a personal echo for me. My own journey began on the sports field long before I joined the Indian Police Service. At sixteen, I became the National Junior Tennis Champion, and in 1972, I was privileged to win the Asian Lawn Tennis Championship. Those years taught me lessons that no classroom ever could - discipline, focus, courage, and resilience.

Every match tr...