Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a strong supporter of hockey in India, expressed his belief that India has the potential to win an Olympic gold medal in hockey. Patnaik, who played hockey during his school days, emphasized the significance of the sport in the country’s history and called for greater appreciation of hockey. As the official sponsor of both men’s and women’s Indian hockey teams, Odisha has played a crucial role in supporting Indian hockey, especially during challenging times. Patnaik hopes for continued success and plans to provide support to Hockey India for the upcoming Paris Olympics.
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Believes India Can Win Olympic Gold in Hockey, Calls for Increased Appreciation of the Sport
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