Jalandhar, October 27: The Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2026 arrived in Jalandhar to an enthusiastic reception, marking the successful conclusion of its week-long journey across the region’s premier hockey hubs.
Prominent sports administrators, civil officials, and veteran sports figures gathered to receive the prestigious trophy. President of Hockey Punjab Nitin Kohli joined Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner Varjeet Walia, Police Commissioner Satinder Singh, and hockey Olympians Harpreet Singh Mander and Baljit Singh Dhillon, alongside international player Jagdeep Gill, to lead the ceremonial arrival.
The tour commenced on October 18 from the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali, traveling through historic sporting centers to celebrate the state’s deep-rooted connection with national hockey. Throughout the journey, the delegation was accompanied by District Sports Officer Bathinda and hockey coach Rupinder Singh Brar.
Distinguished sports personalities warmly welcomed the procession at various locations along the route. Celebrated figures who joined the celebrations included Harcharan Singh, Hardeep Singh Grewal, Chand Singh, Gagan Ajit Singh, Rajpal Singh, Prabhjyot Singh, Jugraj Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Dharmvir Singh, Rupa Saini, Baljit Kaur, Ripudaman Singh, and Padma Shri hockey coach Baldev Singh.
Organizers designed the statewide procession to inspire young sports enthusiasts and strengthen public engagement with the region’s rich sporting heritage, which has produced numerous national stars.
With the promotional tour concluded, six major Asian teams—hosts India, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and China—are set to compete from October 27 through November 5, 2026. League matches are scheduled at the Olympian Surjit Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, while the semi-finals and final will take place at the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali.
