29th September, 2003
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports  


SHRI VIKRAM VERMA CONGRATULATES INDIAN HOCKEY TEAM


The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Vikram Verma, has sent heartiest congratulations to the victorious Indian Hockey Team for their historic win in the Asia Cup.

In a message he said that it is a very proud moment for India to lift the Asia Cup. He wished them all the best for the Olympic Qualifiers and said that may the team continue to bring more laurels to India, a feat which they are capable of achieving. They have made the whole nation proud.

India beat Pakistan 4-2 in the final match at Kuala Lumpur yesterday. With this victory , India has also qualified for the 2006 World Cup.