ASSERTS IT IS THE ‘GOLDEN ERA OF INDIAN HOCKEY’

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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday congratulated the Indian Hockey squad for lifting the Asian Champions Trophy by defeating China on their home turf. 

The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that Indian Hockey Team has defeated China by 1-0 in the finals of the tournament. He said that it is a proud moment for the entire country as India has lifted this trophy for fifth time. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that all the players of the Indian contingent deserve applaud as they have exhibited great sportsmanship during the team.

The Chief Minister said that it is heartening to learn that the Indian squad has seven players from Punjab.He said that most importantly player of tournament and Captain of Indian team is Harmanpreet Singh also hails from state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this is the golden era of Indian hockey and all of us are fortunate to be part of this historic moment. 

The Chief Minister said that this victory will go down in golden words in the annals of sports history. He said that this victory has proved that game of hockey is on path of revival in the country. Showering heaps of praise on the team, Bhagwant Singh Mann said the team has upheld the glorious legacy of the great Hockey players produced from the country.