Hockey India's Historic Return with PFC Sponsorship: India vs Germany Series

Hockey India has signed Power Finance Corporation (PFC) as the title sponsor for the India vs Germany series taking place in New Delhi. This series marks men's international hockey's return to the city after a decade, featuring free admission and a new digital ticketing system for fans.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 09-10-2024 14:24 IST | Created: 09-10-2024 14:24 IST
Hockey India's Historic Return with PFC Sponsorship: India vs Germany Series
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Hockey India has announced Power Finance Corporation (PFC) as the title sponsor for its highly anticipated India vs Germany bilateral series. Scheduled for October 23-24 in New Delhi, the event signals the return of men's international hockey to the capital after a decade.

The last hockey match hosted at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium was during the Hero Hockey World League Final in January 2014. Under the Ministry of Power's administrative jurisdiction, PFC extends crucial financial support to India's energy infrastructure, making its sponsorship highly significant.

Spectators can enjoy the games for free, with a digital ticketing system in place. Dilip Tirkey, the HI president, expressed enthusiasm about PFC's involvement, emphasizing the milestone event's promise to boost hockey's popularity. Meanwhile, HI secretary general Bhola Nath Singh emphasized PFC's role in enhancing the sport's reach in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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