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"Hockey India has always believed in helping those in need and I am proud the Executive Board took this unanimous decision to contribute a total of INR 10 million towards the PM Cares Fund," said Rajinder Singh, Secretary-General, Hockey India.
Earlier on April 1, the apex body had pledged to contribute INR 2.5 million towards the PM-CARES Fund. However, after a unanimous decision by Hockey India's executive board the body decided to grow the contribution to a total of INR 10 million.
"In the wake of this crisis, it is the need-of-the-hour to step up and come together to stand with the Government of India who are doing everything they can to fight the Covid-19 pandemic," said Mohd Mushtaque Ahmad, President, Hockey India in an official statement.
"Over the years, we have received tremendous support from the people of this country who have kept us motivated through various challenges. This is the time to give back to the people of India in whatever we can," he added.
On March 28, PM Narendra Modi had announced the creation of the Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM-CARES) Fund and appealed to all the countrymen to show their support for the cause.
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju appreciated Hockey India (HI) for increasing their contribution to INR 10 million towards PM-CARES Fund to aid the battle against COVID-19.
"I appreciate @TheHockeyIndia for contributing Rs 1 Crore towards the #PMCaresFund showing solidarity in India's resolve to fight against the Covid-19 Pandemic. #IndiaFightsCorona," Rijiju tweeted.
Saudi Arabia's Abdullah Al-Qahtani meets Morocco's Taha Bendaoud in the main event
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