34 medals in 16 years, Hockey Jharkhand has emerged as women's hockey powerhouse
The Hindu·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Hockey Jharkhand won the 16th Hockey India sub-junior women's National championship, securing its third consecutive title in 2024, 2025, and 2026. The state has accumulated 34 medals over 16 years. Jharkhand's success stems from significant hockey infrastructure development, including astroturf construction between 2014 and 2026, establishing it as a junior hockey powerhouse.
Key Entities
Hockey JharkhandHockey IndiaSub-junior Women's National Championship16 years34 medalsAstroturf infrastructure