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PNB Honours Hockey Stars Abhishek and Sukhjeet Singh
Punjab National Bank held a ceremony to celebrate two Indian hockey players, Abhishek and Sukhjeet Singh.
They were honoured for their performances at the Asian Games 2026.
Abhishek scored a late goal against Pakistan in the semi-final.
India then beat Malaysia 5–1 in the final and won gold.
The win also gave India a direct place in the LA 2028 Olympics.
Both players work for PNB and play for its hockey team.
PNB’s leader, Ashok Chandra, presented the honour.
The bank also runs a hockey academy to support young players.
Punjab National Bank held a felicitation ceremony for hockey players Abhishek and Sukhjeet Singh after their Asian Games 2026 performances.
Abhishek scored a 60th-minute winner against Pakistan in the semi-final, according to the article.
India defeated Malaysia 5–1 in the final to win gold and secure a direct berth at the LA 2028 Olympics.
Both players are PNB employees and senior members of the bank’s hockey team.
PNB MD and CEO Ashok Chandra honoured the players at the bank’s Dwarka corporate office in New Delhi.
- Who
- Punjab National Bank honoured hockey players Abhishek and Sukhjeet Singh; Ashok Chandra presented the honours.
- What
- A felicitation ceremony celebrated the players’ Asian Games 2026 performances.
- Where
- PNB Corporate Office, Dwarka, Sector 10, New Delhi.
- When
- After their performances at the Asian Games 2026; the ceremony date is not stated.
- Why
- To recognize their contributions to India’s gold-medal campaign.
Article details
Article details
Sukhjeet Singh’s semi-final contribution
Article details
The opening account says Sukhjeet made crucial contributions in India’s 5–1 final victory over Malaysia.
Article details
The player biography says his finish extended India’s lead in the semi-final, without specifying the opponent or score.
Key facts
- Honourees
- Abhishek and Sukhjeet Singh
- Event
- Asian Games 2026
- Final result
- India beat Malaysia 5–1 to win gold
- Olympic qualification
- India secured a direct berth for the LA 2028 Olympics
- Ceremony venue
- PNB Corporate Office, Dwarka, Sector 10, New Delhi
- Presenter
- Ashok Chandra, PNB MD and CEO
- PNB connection
- Both players are PNB employees and senior members of the PNB Hockey Team
Quotes
Ashok Chandra
Managing Director and CEO of Punjab National Bank
“PNB takes immense pride in celebrating the outstanding achievements of our hockey stars. The heroics of Abhishek and Sukhjeet at the Asian Games 2026—especially their incredible contributions in the high-stakes semi-final victory against Pakistan—are a testament to their skill, grit, and dedication to the sport. Their remarkable performances have brought immense glory to Indian hockey and the entire PNB family. We are honoured to felicitate them and reaffirm our commitment to supporting our na”
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Sources
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