By Our Correspondent
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has announced cash award of ₹3 lakh to each member of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team & the support staff to recognise their outstanding achievement of securing bronze medal at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou. India defeated Japan, 2-1 to finish third in the continental event.
Congratulating the team, CM Patnaik said this is indeed a proud moment for the country as it witnessed yet another triumphant chapter in the Indian Hockey.
CM Patnaik added, the credit for this success goes to the entire team whose dedication and hard work have shone brightly.
Mentioning that the teamwork & determination have brought this victory, CM Patnaik hoped that many more such triumphs await Indian Hockey in the future.
