LUCKNOW, Nov. 12 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that Uttar Pradesh's contribution to Hockey India is unforgettable. Addressing an event organised to welcome the prestigious trophy of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025, the CM said: "The arrival of the trophy in Uttar Pradesh is a moment of joy for the people of the state and a celebration of its golden hockey legacy."

Recalling Major Dhyan Chand, known as the "Magician of Hockey", Yogi said, "Major Dhyan Chand was born in Uttar Pradesh and under his leadership, the Indian hockey team won three Olympic gold medals. The state government is building the Major Dhyan Chand Sports University in Meerut in his honour."

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