Raipur, June 14 -- Indian Under-18 hockey player Avi Manikpuri paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai at his residence office here on Sunday.
Avi recently represented India at the Under-18 Asia Cup in Japan, where the team clinched the gold medal with an impressive performance throughout the tournament.
Congratulating the Bilaspur-based player on his achievement, Chief Minister said Chhattisgarh's young athletes are bringing laurels to both the state and the country through their talent, discipline and hard work.
Sai expressed confidence that Avi will continue to excel and play an important role in taking Indian hockey to greater heights.
He said the young player's achievement will inspire aspiring athletes across the st...