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Karnataka CM Announces ₹1 Crore Grant for 2026 Kodava Hockey Championship
Bengaluru, November 2, 2025 – Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has pledged ₹1 crore in financial assistance to the Chenanda hockey championship, a prestigious event set to take place in the Kodagu district in 2026. The announcement was made on Sunday during the logo launch event for the championship in Bengaluru.
The Chief Minister lauded the Kodava community’s deep connection to hockey, emphasizing their significant contributions to the sport at the international level. “Kodavas are synonymous with hockey. Several Kodavas have excelled in hockey at the international level and brought laurels to the country. Kodavas have retained their distinct culture and we are proud of it,” stated CM Siddaramaiah. He also affirmed his intention to attend the games.
The event saw the presence of several ministers, including Byrathi Suresh, N.S. Boseraju, and Shivaraj Tangadagi, along with the Chief Minister’s legal advisor A.S. Ponnanna. The announcement underscores the government’s commitment to supporting sports and recognizing the cultural heritage of the Kodava community.
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