Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann congratulates Indian hockey team for winning historic Olympic bronze

Hockey medallists from Punjab to get Rs 1 crore cash reward as per state government’s policy

Tribune News Service

Updated At : 10:01 PM Aug 08, 2024 IST

India's players celebrate after winning the men's bronze medal field hockey match against Spain during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Thursday, August 8, 2024, in Colombes, France. AP/PTI

Chandigarh, August 8

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday congratulated the Indian Hockey team for creating history by bagging second successive bronze medal at the Paris Olympics.

In a congratulatory message, Mann said the Indian players have made the entire country proud by exhibiting the best game and trouncing Spain by 2-1.

He reiterated that this historic win will pave way for restoring the pristine glory of national game in the country.

Mann said that 10 players from Punjab will be rewarded with cash prize worth Rs 1 crore each as per policy of the state government.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann congratulates Indian hockey team for winning historic Olympic bronze

Tribune News Service

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