Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government announced cash awards to honour the outstanding achievements of hockey players from the State, today.

The awards were conferred in recognition of their stellar performances while representing India at the international level, highlighting Odisha’s rich legacy in the sport.

Amit Rohidas and Deep Grace Ekka will be awarded Rs 3,75,000 each for their performances while representing India at 2023 Men’s Asian Championship Trophy held in Chennai and the 2023 Women’s Asian Championship Trophy held in Jharkhand, respectively.

The Asian Championship Trophy is a continental competition held every two years.

Mariana Kujur, Jyoti Chhatri and Ajmina Kujur were awarded Rs 12,50,000 each for their role in the Indian Women’s Hockey Team that won Silver Medal in the first edition of the FIH Hockey 5s Women’s World Cup, 2024 held in Muscat, Oman.

The FIH Hockey 5s World Cup is held every four years.