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Odisha gets FIH Certification for 1 more hockey stadium

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Jan 18, 2023 16:01

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BHUBANESWAR: After the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Rourkela, which is currently hosting the Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023, Odisha has secured FIH certification for another hockey stadium in the state.

Tileikani hockey stadium in Sundargarh district of Odisha has been tested and met the requirements for FIH Category III hockey field certification. The FIH issued the certificate on January 16 and it is valid till December 27, 2025.

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