Hemant Soren honors Asian Games gold-winning women's hockey players

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren met with members of the Indian women's hockey team at his residential office in Ranchi to celebrate their gold medal victory at the 2026 Asian Games.

The players from Jharkhand included team captain Salima Tete, Nikki Pradhan, Beauty Dungdung, and Deepika Soreng. During the meeting, Soren honored the athletes with traditional stoles (Angavastra) and sweets, while discussing their preparations and experiences during the tournament.

Soren described the achievement as a matter of pride for both the state and the nation, noting that the players' discipline and hard work have added a glorious chapter to Jharkhand's sports history. MLA Kalpana Soren also attended the meeting to offer congratulations to the athletes.