Punjab government to reward state hockey players with Rs 1 crore cash award: Sports Minister
Synopsis
India clinched the bronze medal after defeating Germany 5-4 in the Tokyo Olympics men's hockey to earn their first medal in 41 years.
As the nation hails the country's first Olympics hockey medal in 41 years, Minister of Sports & Youth Services in Punjab, Rana Gurmit S Sodhi on Thursday announced a cash award of Rs 1 crore each for players from state.
"On this historic day for #IndianHockey I am delighted to announce a cash award of Rs 1crore each to players 4m #Punjab. We await ur return to celebrate the much deserving medal in #Olympics. #Cheer4India #Tokyo2020 #IndvsGer #Hockey #IndianHockeyTeam @capt_amarinder @Media_SAI," tweeted Rana Gurmit.
"Immensely proud of our entire #IndianHockeyTeam performance in #Tokyo2020. It is time to enjoy & celebrate the historic #bronze. As Sports Minister of #Punjab it is my duty & matter of pride to promote, encourage the national sport & motivate flag-bearers @WeAreTeamIndia #Olympics", he tweeted further.
India clinched the bronze medal after defeating Germany 5-4 in the Tokyo Olympics men's hockey to earn their first medal in 41 years.
The Men in Blue showed absolute resilience, strength, and winning spirit to register a remarkable comeback win against a strong German team.
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