Paris Olympics 2024 Hockey: CM Mann announces Rs 1 crore for each bronze medal player of Punjab
India defeated Spain 2-1 to win bronze medal in Paris Olympics 2024
Paris Olympics 2024 Hockey: The Indian Hockey Team won the bronze medal in the Paris Olympics 2024 and made the entire nation proud. The majority of players in the team were from Punjab and now, the state's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced Rs 1 crore for each bronze medal player of the state.
Taking to X, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said, "As per our sports policy we will give 1 crore for each bronze medal player of Punjab... Chak De India".
He also said, "Indian hockey team created history in Paris Olympics by defeating Spain 2-1 to win bronze medal... India won the fourth Olympic medal in Paris...Congratulations to the hockey team... It is even more proud for us that there were 10 Punjabi players including Captain Harmanpreet Singh and Vice Captain Hardik Singh in the team... Every player in the team played with passion..."
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Likewise, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also tweeted, "A feat that will be cherished for generations to come! The Indian Hockey team shines bright at the Olympics, bringing home the Bronze Medal! This is even more special because it is their second consecutive Medal at the Olympics. Their success is a triumph of skill, perseverance and team spirit. They showed immense grit and resilience. Congratulations to the players. Every Indian has an emotional connect with Hockey and this accomplishment will make the sport even more popular among the youth of our nation."
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