Minister Maken says WSH revived India’s national game hockey
Indian Sports Minister Ajay Maken complimented the World Series Hockey with highest acclaim when he termed it has revolutionized Indian hockey.
“Am very happy to note in the last one month the WSH has provided excellent hockey, which I will say has revolutionized our national game”, he asserted.
He in particular appreciated the fact that the WSH proved to be an excellent platform for youngsters.
“I am delighted an youngster, all 18 years, has top-scored in the WSH. That Gurjinder Singh will be getting top scorer award running into lakhs of rupees. WSh has provided opportunity to such youngsters, and as such as a Sports Minister what else can I expect from this tournament?, he wondered.
“I specifically came from Delhi to greet all of you, the organizers, the teams in the finals, and the Nimbus channel and Indian Hockey Federation”, he added.
“I am quite sure many of our players will become rich too, that includes many youngsters such as Gurjinder Singh”, he signed off.
Maken also spoke on the opening ceremony.
Cheif Minister of Maharashtra, Prithiviraj Chauhan was also present to witness the final, to prove the support of political class to WSH.