President of Hockey Punjab & Vice President of Hockey India Nitin Kohli visited the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali, where a meeting was held to review preparations for the upcoming semi-finals and final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026.
During the visit, Nitin Kohli also inspected the stadium facilities and reviewed the arrangements required for hosting the concluding stages of the prestigious international tournament.
The inspection focused on assessing the overall readiness of the venue and ensuring that the necessary arrangements are in place ahead of the crucial matches. The meeting also provided an opportunity to review coordination and preparations for the smooth conduct of the championship.
The Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 marks a significant moment for the state's sporting history, with Jalandhar hosting the league-stage matches and Mohali set to host the semi-finals and final.
Nitin Kohli emphasised the importance of ensuring that the stadium is fully prepared to welcome international teams, players, officials and spectators. He said that hosting an international hockey tournament of this stature is a matter of pride for Punjab and reflects the state's commitment to strengthening its position on the global hockey map.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining high standards of organisation and infrastructure to deliver a successful tournament.
With Punjab hosting the championship, the event is also seen as an important step towards the state's ambition of hosting the 2030 Hockey World Cup.
