Chandigarh, Oct 10: Preparations for the continental hockey showcase entered an advanced phase following direct directives issued by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to local government agencies.
Emphasizing the state’s profound heritage within the sport, the administration mandated complete ground-level verification of all sporting infrastructure, traffic control networks, and accommodation facilities.
Municipal authorities received specific instructions to improve public spaces and ensure immaculate presentation standards throughout the municipal districts hosting visiting teams and international spectators.
The organizational strategy incorporates structured engagement programs, featuring widespread community awareness campaigns and structured student access to tournament fixtures. Senior departmental secretaries and administrative heads confirmed that multi-departmental cooperation remains vital to guarantee operational efficiency, security management, and world-class hospitality throughout the duration of the international matches.