Indian Men’s Hockey Team Meets BJD President Naveen Patnaik After Historic Bronze at Paris Olympics 2024

Bhubaneswar: The Indian Men’s Hockey Team, fresh off their historic bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics 2024, met with BJD President Naveen Patnaik at his residence in Bhubaneswar today. The team was warmly felicitated by the BJD supremo for their remarkable achievement on the global stage.

Expressing his delight, Patnaik said, “It was an immense pleasure meeting the victorious Indian Hockey Team after their coveted bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics. Hockey is not just a sport; it is a way of life in Odisha. We always share a special bond with this beautiful game.”

The Chief Minister, who has been a long-time supporter of Indian hockey, further emphasized the state’s deep connection with the sport and wished the team continued success. “May the team continue its winning momentum and bring more glory for the nation and the state,” Patnaik added.

Odisha has been at the forefront of supporting Indian hockey, hosting international tournaments and providing state-of-the-art facilities for training and development. The team’s bronze medal in Paris marks a significant milestone in India’s hockey resurgence, and the state has played a pivotal role in this journey.