Arrival of the prestigious trophy in the state is an inspiration for young players: Chief Minister Sai

Raipur - Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh today unveiled the prestigious FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025 trophy from the Assembly premises. Union Minister of State Shri Tokhan Sahu, State Cabinet Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap, and Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao were also present at the event. It is noteworthy that the glittering trophy of the world-renowned FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025 arrived in Chhattisgarh for the first time today as part of its India tour and was unveiled at a solemn ceremony held at the Assembly premises. Chief Minister Shri Sai said on this occasion that hosting the FIH Junior World Cup 2025 in India is a matter of great pride and a special honor for the state. Expressing gratitude to Hockey India, he said that the Trophy Tour is an important effort to promote enthusiasm and inspiration for sports across the country. He said that the launch of this campaign by Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya is a step that will reinvigorate the spirit of sports in the country. The Chief Minister said that Chhattisgarh has always been a fertile ground for hockey. A large number of children from districts like Rajnandgaon, Bastar, Jashpur, Surguja, Raipur, Bilaspur, and Korba are pursuing their future in hockey. The arrival of the trophy will be an inspiration for the state's young players. He stated that the state government is committed to expanding sports infrastructure, strengthening training facilities, and encouraging emerging talent. Mr. Sai stated that this trophy symbolizes the hard work, discipline, and dreams of the world's best players. The Chief Minister also congratulated and wished Hockey India, the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association, and Chhattisgarh Hockey on this occasion. Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh congratulated the officials and players of the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association and Chhattisgarh Hockey for the grand unveiling of the trophy. Chhattisgarh Olympic Association General Secretary Vikram Sisodiya, other officials of the association, representatives of the hockey organization, and a large number of players were present on the occasion.

** India will host the Junior World Cup for the first time  

It is worth noting that India is hosting the FIH Hockey Junior Men's World Cup 2025 for the first time. The competition will run from November 28 to December 10 and will be held in Chennai and Madurai, Tamil Nadu.