Hockey India celebrated 100 years of Indian hockey with a grand centenary event at the historic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. The landmark occasion was graced by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, Minister of Sports and Youth Services, Odisha, Suryabanshi Suraj, FIH President Dato Tayyab Ikram, along with other dignitaries, hockey legends, and members of the national teams.
The celebration marked a century of sporting excellence, pride, and unity, honouring the journey of Indian hockey from its beginnings in 1925 to its resurgence in the modern era. Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya expressed his pride at being part of the milestone, noting that “the sport has seen many phases, and it was through hockey at the Olympics that we showed the world what India can achieve in sports. We have never looked back since. With the spirit of our rich history, Indian hockey is once again rising and moving towards another Olympic medal.