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Mizoram to Award Rs 40 Lakh to Each of Two Asian Games Hockey Gold Medallists
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 03:02 AM
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The state government of Mizoram has announced a cash reward of ₹40 lakh for each of the two hockey players who clinched gold medals at the Asian Games.
The Mizoram government has announced that it will award ₹40 lakh to each of the two hockey players who secured gold medals at the Asian Games.
The cash reward is part of the state’s initiative to recognize and support athletes who bring national glory. While the names of the recipients are not disclosed in the announcement, they are members of the Indian men’s hockey team that won the gold medal.
The Asian Games, held in Hangzhou, saw India’s hockey team triumph over a strong field of opponents, marking a historic achievement for the sport.
The award reflects Mizoram’s commitment to encouraging sports excellence and rewarding athletes who achieve success on the international stage.
The cash reward is part of the state’s initiative to recognize and support athletes who bring national glory. While the names of the recipients are not disclosed in the announcement, they are members of the Indian men’s hockey team that won the gold medal.
The Asian Games, held in Hangzhou, saw India’s hockey team triumph over a strong field of opponents, marking a historic achievement for the sport.
The award reflects Mizoram’s commitment to encouraging sports excellence and rewarding athletes who achieve success on the international stage.