New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- Punjab has allocated approximately Rs.25 crore for stadium upgrades in Jalandhar and Mohali ahead of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy, which the state will host for the first time, Mohali mayor and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab leader Sarabjit Singh said on Wednesday.

Of the total allocation, Rs.16 crore is being spent on the renovation and upgradation of stadiums in Jalandhar, while approximately Rs.8.90 crore is earmarked for stadiums in Mohali. Singh said the investment was intended to prepare the venues to meet international standards for the tournament.

The league matches will take place in Jalandhar from October 27 to November 2. Mohali will host the semi-finals, the third-place match and the final on Novembe...