New Delhi, March 15 -- At Hockey India's 7th Annual Awards 2024, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju reflected on India's rich legacy in hockey, highlighting the country's dominance in the sport's early years.

Speaking at the event, Rijiju recalled how India's journey began in Amsterdam and how the nation went on to establish itself as the undisputed powerhouse of the game.

"In Amsterdam, we all know how our journey started, and we won a Gold medal (in Hockey at the Olympics). Then we became the 'Badshah' of Hockey," Rijiju remarked.

He further speculated on what could have been if the Second World War had not disrupted the Olympic cycle.

"Hadn't there been the Second World War, we could have won the 1940 Gold medal in London as well. The 194...