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U18 mens and womens hockey stars accorded grand welcome at Delhi airport after Asia Cup success

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U18 Men's And Women's Hockey Stars Accorded Grand Welcome At Delhi Airport After Asia Cup Success

By IANS News June 08, 2026 • 11:10 AM View: 132

Indira Gandhi International Airport: The Indian Under-18 men's and women's hockey teams were accorded a thunderous and warm welcome at the Indira Gandhi International Airport upon their return from a highly successful campaign at the Asia Cup.

As the players walked out wearing their medals, they were greeted with garlands, and the tricolor amidst loud chants cheering with dhol.

The Indian U-18 men's team returned with the ultimate prize, clinching a gold medal, while the spirited women's team locked in a podium finish with a bronze medal finish.

TAGS Asia Cup Indian Under Indira Gandhi International Airport Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sardar Singh Prime Minister

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