Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya yesterday recalled India’s glorious past in hockey and its dominance on the global stage. Addressing an event in New Delhi to commemorate 100 years of Indian hockey, Dr Mandaviya praised the sportsmanship of renowned international hockey players and their efforts to bring glory to India by winning various matches even during difficult times. Referring to India’s hockey past achievements, the Minister expressed confidence that collective efforts will lead to further successes.
Dr Mandaviya said that the Indian team has regained its centuries-old legacy of victory by learning from difficulties in the past. Speaking about the commemoration Day, the Minister said that more than one thousand matches were played across the country yesterday. Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju was also present as the chief guest on the occasion. Talking about the centenary of Indian hockey, Mr Rijiju said that it has been a long and inspiring journey for Indian hockey. He highlighted the country’s past Olympic hockey successes, including six consecutive gold medals, along with a recent win in 2024.
On this occasion, Union Minister Mandaviya also unveiled the trophy for the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup. Starting from the 28th of this month and continuing till 10th December this year, this tournament will be played in Chennai and Madurai. Over 11,500 players will participate in 24 matches. An exhibition hockey match between the Sports Minister’s eleven and Hockey India’s eleven was played in New Delhi yesterday to mark the centenary celebrations of Indian Hockey. The match included participation from Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju and other dignitaries.
Former stars of the Indian hockey team were also present on the occasion to witness the match. The match was won by Sports Minister eleven by 3-1. The Indian Hockey Federation was incorporated on 7th November, 1925, which was later replaced by Hockey India in 2009.
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