Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team after it registered a commanding 8-0 victory over Korea in the Hero Men’s Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026. The match was played at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar on November 2.
Reacting to India’s impressive performance, Mann said the entire country was proud of the players. He extended his congratulations to the team and people across the country, celebrating the victory with the message, “Chak De India!”
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India dominated the match against Korea, scoring eight goals without conceding any. Dilpreet Singh scored twice, while Jugraj Singh, Harmanpreet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Sukhjeet Singh, Sanjay and Angad Bir Singh also found the net.
The victory marked India’s fifth consecutive win in the tournament, allowing the team to finish the league stage unbeaten with 15 points from five matches. India also secured the top position in the standings and qualified for the semi-finals.
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In his message, the Chief Minister said the Punjab government was fully committed to connecting young people with sports and creating a ‘Rangla Punjab’ once again. He highlighted the importance of encouraging youth participation in sporting activities and providing opportunities for them to develop their talents.
Mann’s remarks also reflected the significance of hosting an international hockey tournament in Punjab, a state with a long association with the sport. The tournament is being jointly hosted by Jalandhar and Mohali, bringing international hockey action to the state.
The Chief Minister’s message placed emphasis on sports as a means of youth engagement and a way to encourage discipline, fitness and positive participation among young people.
