Pargat Singh visits Surjit Hockey Stadium, encourages teams at Asian Hockey Championship
Babushahi Bureau
Jalandhar (Punjab), November 1, 2026: Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee president, Olympian and former Indian hockey captain Pargat Singh visited the ongoing Asian Hockey Championship at the Surjit Hockey Stadium in Burlton Park, Jalandhar, on Sunday and interacted with players representing India and other participating countries.
During his visit, Pargat Singh encouraged the players to give their best and praised the hosting of an international hockey tournament at the historic stadium, describing it as a matter of pride for Punjab.
He said international-level competitions in Jalandhar would help promote hockey in the state while giving local players an opportunity to watch top international players in action and draw inspiration from their performances.
Expressing gratitude to Hockey India for organising the championship, Pargat Singh said such events would bring fresh energy to Jalandhar’s rich hockey legacy and strengthen its identity as an important centre of the sport.
He extended his best wishes to all participating teams and urged the players to win the hearts of hockey enthusiasts through sportsmanship, discipline and quality performances.
Member of Parliament Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal and office-bearers of Hockey India were also present during the visit.