PM Modi, Anurag Thakur praised the hockey team, Hockey India will give cash prize
Chennai (IANS). Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Saturday lauded the efforts of the Indian men’s hockey team that defeated Malaysia 4-3 in the final of the Asian Champions Trophy, while Hockey India announced Rs 3 lakh each to each member of the hockey team and a cash prize of Rs. Announced a cash award of Rs 1.50 lakh to the staff.
Jugraj Singh (9′), Harmanpreet Singh (45′), Gurjant Singh (45′) and Akashdeep Singh (56′) scored for India’s victory. For Malaysia, Abu Kamal Azrai (14′), Razi Rahim (18′) and Aminudin Muhammad (28′) scored.
In a tweet on Saturday, PM Modi said, “Best wishes to our players for their future endeavours. Congratulations to our men’s hockey team on their stupendous win at the Asian Championships! This is India’s fourth title win and it reflects the tireless dedication, rigorous training and determination of our players. Their extraordinary performance has instilled a great sense of pride in the entire country.
Anurag Thakur wrote on Twitter, “Congratulations to #TeamIndia for winning the Asian Championship trophy for the 4th time. Every dribble, every goal, every moment reflected the spirit of our country. Proud of our hockey warriors! Superb performance against Malaysia.” Did it. The nation swelled with pride.”
Hockey India officials also lauded the team for their stupendous performance.
Hockey India President Padma Shri Dr. Dilip Tirkey said, “As a former hockey player, I truly believe that winning in hockey is more than just winning on the field; It’s a testament to the dedication and teamwork that fuels our passion.”
Hockey India in a release on Saturday quoted Tirkey as saying, “As we celebrate the Indian men’s hockey team’s stupendous victory at the Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023, Hockey India will donate Rs 3.00 lakh to the players and Rs 1.50 lakh to the support staff.” Takes great pride in honoring their skills by giving them a cash award of Rs.
Echoing the President’s sentiments, Hockey India Secretary Bhola Nath Singh said, “First of all, I would like to congratulate the Indian men’s hockey team for the exceptional performance at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023. I look forward to the important Asian Games.” Firstly, these awards will act as a catalyst for our sportspersons, ignite a new spirit and inspire them for future greatness.
