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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik:  Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Sunday announced a cash award of Rs 50 lakh for hockey star Deep Grace Ekka, a member of Indian women’s hockey team that clinched bronze medal at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

The Chief Minister expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Ekka acknowledging her remarkable performance and calling her a role model for the youth of the state.

“Deep Grace Ekka has become a symbol of hope and pride for aspiring athletes in the country. Deep has proved her tenacity with some astounding performances and I am sure that she will continue to make India proud and showcase the spirit of perseverance and excellence that she has been displaying,” Patnaik said Sunday.