Delki, Oct 8 [UDN}: Hockey India has announced cash rewards for the members of the Indian men’s hockey team that won the gold medal at the Asian Games.
₹11 lakh each will be awarded to every player of the gold-winning Indian men’s hockey team.
Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey officially announced the cash prize on behalf of the federation.
The team’s coach and support staff will each receive a cash reward of ₹5.5 lakh.
The announcement comes a day after a similar cash reward was announced for the gold medal-winning Indian women’s hockey team.
The initiative is aimed at recognising the players, coaches and support staff for their contribution to India’s success on the continental sporting stage.
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