Hockey India has confirmed that Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, will be the chief guest at the women’s final of the Hockey India League, scheduled for January 10 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium.
Jharkhand’s Minister for Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs, Sudivya Kumar, and International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Dato Tayyab Ikram will serve as the Guests of Honour, while Member of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kalpana Soren will be the Distinguished Guest for the summit clash.
The final will feature SG Pipers and Shrachi Bengal Tigers, both of whom have shown consistency in attack and defence throughout the season, as they compete for the coveted trophy.
The presence of esteemed global and national leaders at the final highlights the increasing stature of the Hero Hockey India League and its significant impact on the development of women’s hockey in India.
Hockey India President and Hockey India League (HIL) Governing Committee Chairperson Dilip Tirkey remarked, “It is a matter of great pride for Hockey India to welcome Honourable Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, as our Chief Guest, Minister for Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs of Jharkhand Sudivya Kumar, FIH President Dato Tayyab Ikram as the Guest of Honour; and Distinguished Guest MLA Kalpana Soren for the Final of the Women’s Hero Hockey India League. Their presence reflects the government’s continued support for the sport and the international recognition of the league.”
Hockey India Secretary General and HIL governing committee member Bhola Nath Singh stated, “The Women’s Hero Hockey India League has been a landmark initiative in providing a strong platform for elite and emerging female hockey players. Having such distinguished dignitaries at the Final is a testament to the league’s success and its role in strengthening the future of women’s hockey in India.”