Odisha's Hockey Stars Amit Rohidas and Shilanand Lakra Celebrate Asian Games Triumph

A Hero's Welcome in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: On Tuesday, Amit Rohidas and Shilanand Lakra, who recently clinched gold at the 2026 Asian Games in men's hockey, were warmly welcomed back in Bhubaneswar. Their return was celebrated by family, fans, and officials from the state Sports Department at the airport.

This victory marks a significant achievement for the Indian men's hockey team, as it secures their fifth gold medal at the Asian Games.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀’ 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗮’𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀

#Odisha’s hockey heroes Amit Rohidas and Shilanand Lakra received a warm and enthusiastic welcome on their arrival in Bhubaneswar following their stellar performance at the Asian Games 2026 where they not only bagged a Gold but also qualified for LA28.

Additional Secretary, DSYS, Sri B. K. Swain, along with senior officials of DSYS and @OdishaHockey welcomed the players.

#OdishaForHockey #AsianGames2026

— Odisha Sports (@sports_odisha) October 6, 2026

Rohidas expressed his gratitude towards the fans and the Odisha government for their warm reception, acknowledging the tough competition they faced during the tournament.

Lakra also praised the team's effort, highlighting that every member performed exceptionally well. He attributed their success to the confidence built within the team, which helped them manage pressure against formidable opponents like Japan.

Both players conveyed their appreciation for the unwavering support from their families and fans throughout their journey.