Bihar is gearing up to host its first-ever international hockey event, the 8th Women’s Asian Champions Trophy, scheduled to take place in Rajgir from November 11 to 20. This prestigious tournament, organized by Hockey India in collaboration with the Bihar government, will showcase top women’s hockey teams from across Asia at the newly-developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium.
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- Bihar will host the 8th Women’s Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir from November 11 to 20.
- This is Bihar’s inaugural international hockey tournament.
- The event is being jointly organized by Hockey India and the Bihar government.
- Matches will be played at the newly-developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium.
- The tournament will feature top teams including defending champions India, China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand.
- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed pride and excitement about hosting the event.
- Dato Fumio Ogura, President of the Asian Hockey Federation, praised Rajgir as a suitable venue following the success in Ranchi.
- Dr Dilip Tirkey, President of Hockey India, highlighted the historic significance of the event for Bihar.
- Bhola Nath Singh, Secretary General of Hockey India, emphasized the pride in hosting back-to-back editions of the tournament in India.
- The tournament aims to inspire future generations and attract international teams and fans to Bihar.
