With two days to go for the Hockey World League Finals, the Odisha Government on Wednesday unveiled the logo and the one-year countdown for the next big-ticket event in the sport here — the 2018 World Cup.
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also gave away cash awards worth ₹76.75 lakh to 59 State sportspersons for their achievements across various sports and competitions.
The largest chunk of that went to hockey players — two men and five women — who were part of the victorious Asia Cup campaigns.
Dipsan Tirkey, Amit Rohidas, Deep Grace Ekka, Namita Toppo, Lilima Minz, Sunita Lakra and Rashmita Minz each received ₹7.5 lakh at the ceremony that also saw 25 para and special athletes being recognised.
