Bhubaneswar: As India celebrated 100 years of Indian hockey on Friday, how could Odisha be far behind?

The state which is synonymous with Indian hockey and is the sponsor as well, celebrated the landmark occasion with multiple programmes across the state. ADVERTISEMENT

At the iconic Kalinga Stadium, the state’s female Olympians Deep Grace Ekka, Sunita Lakra and Lilima Minz were felicitated by Additional Secretary B K Swain felicitated and honoured for their remarkable contribution and immense pride they have brought to the nation in the course of their stellar careers.

Deep Grace expressed joy at Indian hockey’s centenary and recalled her long career. Now retired, she wished success to the new generation of players and thanked the Odisha government for its continued support.

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