Chandigarh, Oct. 27 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed joy over the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy in Jalandhar, saying India would aim to emerge victorious in the continental hockey tournament.

Punjab is hosting the Asian Champions Trophy for the first time, welcoming six national teams for the ninth edition of the continental tournament.

India, Bangladesh, China, Japan, Malaysia and South Korea are competing for the title, with the league stage underway in Jalandhar from October 27 to November 2. The tournament will then move to Mohali, where the semi-finals and final will be held on November 4 and 5, respectively. Entry for spectators is free for all matches.

Speaking to reporters, Mann said the participating teams wer...