The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has congratulated the Indian cricket team for their historic win in the Test Match against England at Lord’s. 

In his message to Shri Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Captain, Indian Cricket Team, the President has said, "Please convey my hearty congratulations and best wishes to all members of your team on the magnificent achievement of winning the just concluded Test Match against England at Lord’s. The nation is proud of this historic achievement which has materialized after a gap of 28 years.

I wish Team India continued success in the series and future matches”.

This release issued at 2135 hrs.