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The opening day of the 5th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship saw three dominant performances. Railway Sports Promotion Board absolutely crushed Sahastra Seema Bal with an incredible 13-0 victory. Meanwhile, Petroleum Sports Promotion Board handled Tamil Nadu Police comfortably with a 6-1 win. The Comptroller & Auditor General of India rounded out the day with a solid 6-3 victory over Punjab & Sind Bank. All matches took place at the Naval Tata Hockey Academy ground in Jamshedpur.

Key Points: Railway Petroleum CAG Win Opening Day Inter-Department Hockey

  • Railway Sports Promotion Board delivered a massive 13-0 victory over Sahastra Seema Bal
  • Petroleum Sports Promotion Board defeated Tamil Nadu Police 6-1 in Pool A action
  • Comptroller & Auditor General of India secured a 6-3 win against Punjab & Sind Bank
  • Gursahibjit Singh emerged as star performer with four goals for Railway team
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Sr Men Inter-Departmental Hockey National: Railway, Petroleum, and CAG win on opening day

Railway Sports Promotion Board dominates 13-0 while Petroleum and CAG secure convincing victories on Day 1 of Hockey India Senior Men National Championship in Jamshedpur.

"Gursahibjit Singh was the standout player, scoring four goals - Match Report"

Jamshedpur

, Sep 30 (IANS) On the opening day of the 5th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2025, Railway Sports Promotion Board, Petroleum Sports Promotion Board, and Comptroller & Auditor General of India all delivered strong performances and bagged easy victories at the Naval Tata Hockey Academy ground in Jamshedpur.

In the day’s opening match, Railway Sports Promotion Board defeated Sahastra Seema Bal 13-0 in Pool B. Gursahibjit Singh was the standout player, scoring four goals (12’, 20’, 44’, 55’). Pankaj also contributed with two goals (13’, 47’).

Additional scorers included Pratap Lakra (21’), Sheshe Gowda BM (25’), Darshan Vibhav Gawkar (30’), Shivam Anand (40’), Shamanth CS (51’), Parampreet Singh (57’), and Pardeep Singh (58’), showcasing a dominant and well-rounded team performance.

In Pool A, Petroleum Sports Promotion Board defeated Tamil Nadu Police 6-1. Talwinder Singh scored twice at 2’ and 56’, Gurjinder Singh netted two goals at 26’ and 31’, while captain Devindar Sunil Walmiki (33’) and Vishwas G (44’) each scored once. Tamil Nadu Police’s only goal was scored by Mathan M at 17’.

In Pool B's final match of the day, the Comptroller & Auditor General of India defeated Punjab & Sind Bank 6-3. Thrishul Ganapathi H. scored the first goal in the 11th minute, followed by Bharath Mahalingappa Kurtakoti's goals in the 15th and 42nd minutes.

Ganesh Majji added another in the 29th minute, Sarfaraz Khanpathan Aamid scored in the 32nd, and Surya Prakash Potluri scored in the 34th, extending the lead. Punjab & Sind Bank fought back with Jaskaran Singh scoring twice in the 36th and 60th minutes, and Santa Singh netting in the 47th minute. However, CAG’s early lead ultimately secured the win.

Results:

Railway Sports Promotion Board beat Sahastra Seema Bal 13-0 in Pool B.

Petroleum Sports Promotion Board beat Tamil Nadu Police 6-1 in Pool A

Comptroller & Auditor General of India beat Punjab & Sind Bank 6-3 in Pool B.

-- IANS

- IANS

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Sarah B
Impressive performances all around! It's good to see departmental hockey getting coverage. These tournaments are crucial for developing talent that eventually represents India internationally.
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Priya S
While the wins are impressive, I wish there was more balance in these matches. 13-0 and 6-1 scores suggest we need better competitive structure. Still, great to see hockey being played at this level!
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Arjun K
Petroleum and Railways showing why they're the powerhouses of departmental hockey! 🎯 Good to see young talent getting opportunities through these government departments. Jai Hockey!
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Michael C
The CAG vs Punjab & Sind Bank match seemed the most competitive. Good to see Jaskaran Singh scoring twice despite the loss. Hope to see more close matches as the tournament progresses.
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Kavya N
So proud to see our departmental teams performing well! These tournaments are the backbone of Indian hockey. Hope more corporates start supporting sports like Railways and Petroleum do. 🙌

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