“50K CASH REWARDS FOR ALL TEAM MEMBERS FOR EVERY VICTORY” HOCKEY INDIA

In a major boost to the morale of the Indian Men's and Women's Hockey Teams, Hockey India unveiled a new policy on Sunday under which players would be guaranteed monetary incentives on a yearly basis.

Under the new leadership of President Padma Shri Dilip Tirkey and Secretary General Bholanath Singh, Hockey India would provide cash prizes of Rs 50,000 to players and Rs 25,000 to support personnel for each win registered by an Indian team. The new regulation will be a significant boost for players, particularly those from low-income families. The award will be given to the squad's active members.

Speaking about the latest initiative, Hockey India President Dr Dilip Tirkey said, “Hockey India has unanimously decided to award cash incentive of Rs50,000 each to the players of the Indian Men and Women’s Hockey Team for every victory they register from here on. The support staff will also be awarded with Rs25,000 each and this cash incentive will be given away annually. I strongly believe this announcement will boost the morale of the Indian Teams as they prepare for the prestigious World Cup in January and the Asian Games. While every player in the core group is employed, an incentive like this will attract more youngsters to play hockey.”

Only a week ago, Hockey India revealed that the Indian Junior Men's Team had won the prestigious 10th Sultan of Johor Cup, with each player receiving Rs 2 lakh and support personnel receiving Rs 1 lakh.

Reflecting Tirkey’s thoughts, Hockey India Secretary General Bholanath Singh said, “I believe this is a landmark decision taken by Hockey India. It will not only lift the spirit of the Indian teams to vie harder for victories but it will also make young aspiring hockey players believe that hockey can be a financially viable sport. I wish the Indian teams the very best in their endeavours.”