Bhubaneswar, Oct. 17 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi hailed the Indian men's and women's hockey teams as "true icons and role models" for the youth of India after their respective gold medal-winning performances at the Asian Games 2026. Meanwhile, Indian hockey teams' captains Harmanpreet Singh and Salima Tete thanked the government for their support.

Notably, CM Majhi, in the presence of Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, on Friday felicitated the Indian men's and women's hockey teams and awarded Rs 11 lakh to each player from both teams in recognition of their achievements.

Speaking to reporters, CM Majhi congratulated the Indian men's and women's hockey teams on winning gold medals at the Asian Games and qualifying...