The Ministry of Defence announced the opening of the 7th edition of the Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament-2026, organized by the Air Force Sports Control Board at Air Force Station Jalahalli from June 23 to July 3, 2026. The tournament commemorates the 107th Birth Anniversary of Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh DFC and features participation from 16 teams.
The opening ceremony was held on June 23, 2026, at the Hockey ground of Air Force Station Jalahalli, with Air Marshal S Sivakumar, VSM, Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) serving as Chief Guest who declared the tournament open. The opening match between Indian Air Force and Indian Army Southern Command Bengaluru teams resulted in a 2-0 victory for the Indian Air Force team. Agniveer Vinayak Santosh Hande was declared Man of the Match and received a cash award of ₹25,000 presented by the Chief Guest. The ceremony included various cultural programs.
Air Marshal Sivakumar described the tournament as "the most prestigious tournament in the country" that provides a platform for elite hockey teams, with the Indian Air Force committed to ensuring smooth conduct of the event. The tournament serves as a befitting tribute to Marshal Arjan Singh's contributions to the nation.
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