Odisha announces Rs 1.5 crore cash reward for Asian Games Gold medalist Amit Rohidas

Indian men’s hockey team displayed a superb performance and hammered Japan 5-1 in the final to clinch gold in the Asian Games on Friday. After announcing a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh each to players and staff members of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team, the Odisha government on Saturday announced an additional Rs 1.5 crore for defender Amit Rohidas, who hails from the State.

As per government sources, Odia defender Amit Rohidas will also be given an additional Rs 1.5 crore for his role in the country’s historic gold at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou.

Odisha-born Amit Rohidas scored in the semifinal victory over South Korea and did not disappoint during the gold-medal match as well. Amit Rohidas hails from Sundargarh in Odisha and was also a part of the Bronze Medal-winning contingent at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.

With an impressive track record with over 150 caps, Amit emerged as an integral cog in India’s campaign in Hangzhou, serving as the first rusher and displaying remarkable strategic acumen. His pivotal goal in the semi-final against Korea propelled the Indian team towards the final and the coveted gold medal, the Odisha government said in a statement.

“Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has announced a cash award of Rs. 1.5 crores for defender-drag-flicker Amit Rohidas for his significant role in India’s historic Gold Medal triumph at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou,” the statement added.