Punjab's Olympic Heroes Honored: CM Mann Awards Rs 1 Crore Each to Bronze Medalists

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann honored Punjab's hockey players with Rs 1 crore each for their bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics. Mann emphasized the players' historic achievement and the state's commitment to promoting sports. The government plans to host a four-nation tournament and develop sports clusters.

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday awarded Rs 1 crore each to Punjab's hockey players for securing the bronze medal in the recent Paris Olympics.

At a public event, CM Mann highlighted the historic nature of their achievement and honored these remarkable players for bringing pride to both the state and country.

The Indian men's hockey team achieved their second consecutive Olympic bronze, marking a milestone not seen in 52 years with a 2-1 victory over Spain.

Mann also announced Rs 1 crore for eight hockey players and Rs 15 lakh each for eleven other Olympic participants from Punjab.

The chief minister praised the players' spectacular performances, crediting skipper Harmanpreet Singh for his leadership.

He proposed hosting a four-nation hockey tournament in Mohali in November and assured full governmental support for sports promotion.

The upcoming 'Kheda Watan Punjab Dian' event starting August 28 will further catalyze the state's sporting ambitions.

Mann detailed plans for developing sports clusters in various Punjab regions, aimed at nurturing talent locally.

In addition to cash rewards and job placements for medal winners, job promotions were suggested as an additional incentive.

Mann discussed the athletes' Olympic experiences and proposed making them ambassadors in the battle against drug abuse.

Harmanpreet Singh expressed that the recognition and rewards would greatly boost sports in Punjab.