New Delhi, Nov. 3 -- Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Monday the grand celebration to mark 100 Years of Indian Hockey.

The centenary celebrations, to be held in association with Hockey India, will take place on November 7 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, with parallel events scheduled across more than 550 districts in India.

Indian Hockey on November 7 completes 100 years. For decades, even before India gained independence, Indian hockey was considered the epitome of sporting excellence on the global stage. With a proud haul of 13 Olympic medals, including 8 gold, one silver, and 4 bronze, India established itself as a powerhouse in the sport.

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