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Union MoS Raksha Khadse Opens Chhattisgarh Hockey League, Aims to Boost Grassroots Hockey
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse chaired the opening ceremony of the inaugural Chhattisgarh Hockey League at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium in Raipur on October 21, 2026. The event was attended by notable figures including Chhattisgarh's Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao and Olympian Sardar Singh. Khadse described the league as a significant step towards enhancing the hockey ecosystem in the state, offering local players a structured platform for competitive development. This initiative follows the Khelo India Tribal Games and aims to further establish Chhattisgarh as a prominent sports hub.
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