Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], The Odisha government has promised to continue supporting Indian hockey, providing a huge boost to the sport.

This important partnership was solidified at a high-level meeting attended by Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey and Hockey India General Secretary Bhola Nath Singh with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Minister of State Sports and Youth Services, Suryabanshi Suraj, the principal secretary and the head. Development Commissioner Pradeep Kumar Jena, IAS, and Commissioner and Secretary R. Vineel Krishna, IAS.

Apart from reaffirming its dedication to fostering the development of hockey across India, the meeting also considered extending the sponsorship till 2036. This historic year has special significance for Odisha as it marks the centenary of its establishment as an independent state in 1936. , a momentous occasion that fills the people of Odisha with immense pride and joy.

Speaking about the meeting and its association with the Odisha government, Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey said they discussed the improvement of sports.

"We had a productive meeting with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Minister of State for Sports and Youth Services Suryabanshi Suraj. We discussed the advancement of sports and strategies to elevate our beloved sport to new heights," it said. Tirkey cited in a statement. of Odisha CMO as he says.

"We are deeply grateful to the Government of Odisha for its strong support and commitment towards Indian Hockey. This association has played a pivotal role in uplifting the sport across our nation," he added.

Hockey India General Secretary Bhola Nath Singh said: "We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Minister of State for Sports and Youth Services Suryabanshi Suraj. The support of the Government of Odisha to Indian hockey has been invaluable. The Government of Odisha has consistently been a pillar of strength for our sport. Their decision to consider extending our partnership until 2036 underlines their dedication to sports and youth development.

"With the help of the Odisha government, we are confident that Indian hockey will achieve unprecedented success. The year 2036 has a special significance for Odisha and all of us at Hockey India and our aim is to make the year 2036 even more memorable for all of us," concluded Bhola Nath Singh.