The state government will officially welcome Sanju Samson, who was selected as the player of the tournament with his performances that led India to the title in the Twenty20 World Cup. Minister V. Sivankutty announced that the reception will be held in Thiruvananthapuram.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan had congratulated the team and Sanju after India's title victory. He said that the magnificent performance of Malayali star Sanju Samson in the World Cup victory is exciting for every Malayali.