Rourkela: Odisha’s Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, received a certificate of recognition from the Guinness Book of World Records on Friday for Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela.
The stadium has set a new world record for being the largest fully seated hockey stadium in the world with a seating capacity of 20,011.
Birsa Munda stadium was built in a record 15 months ahead of the FIH Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 and is currently hosting the FIH Pro League Series matches.
The recognition from the Guinness Book of World Records is a testament to Odisha’s international sports map achievement.
The chief minister expressed his gratitude to the people of Sundargarh and hockey fans for their unconditional support for the sport. He also dedicated the recognition to the people of Odisha, stating that the achievement was inspired by their support.
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