Director (HR) Biranchi Das inaugurates the tournament at Bahatarai’s B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium, highlights teamwork and sportsmanship
Bilaspur : The Inter-Area Hockey Tournament 2026–27, hosted by South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) Headquarters, began on Wednesday at the Late Shri B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium in Bahatarai, Bilaspur. A total of 16 teams representing SECL Headquarters and various operational areas are participating in the tournament.
SECL Director (Human Resources) Biranchi Das formally inaugurated the event by scoring a goal on the hockey field, marking the start of the competition.
Teamwork and Discipline at the Heart of Sports
Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Das highlighted the importance of teamwork, coordination and mental resilience in a fast-paced game like hockey. He said the qualities developed through sports also contribute to better performance and success in the workplace.
He reaffirmed SECL’s commitment to nurturing sporting talent, improving sports infrastructure and providing players with opportunities to compete at higher levels.
SECL Officials and Representatives Attend Inauguration
The inaugural ceremony was attended by heads of departments at SECL Headquarters, representatives of the Joint Consultative Committee (JCC), Welfare Board, SC/ST Association and other associations, along with officers, employees and the principal of DAV School.
General Manager (Welfare) B.C. Sethi delivered the welcome address and welcomed the chief guest. Senior Managers (HR) Vivek Singh and Astik Sahu welcomed the other distinguished guests.
Players Take Sportsmanship Oath
Veteran hockey player Rajesh Henry, Senior Data Entry Operator in the Welfare Department, administered the oath to participating players, urging them to uphold sportsmanship, discipline and fair play throughout the tournament.
The competition brings together teams from SECL Headquarters and its operational areas, offering employees an opportunity to demonstrate their sporting skills while strengthening camaraderie and team spirit across the organisation.
Issued by: Public Relations Officer, SECL, Bilaspur
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