KIIT University Women’s Hockey Team Secures Historic Victory, Qualifies for Khelo India University Games.

The All India Inter University Hockey Women’s Championship 2024-25, organized under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi, is being hosted by Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, from 21st to 26th February 2025.

In this prestigious championship, two universities from Odisha—KIIT University and Sambalpur University—qualified to participate. In a remarkable display of talent, determination, and teamwork, the KIIT University Women’s Hockey Team achieved a historic victory today, defeating Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal, with a score of 2-1. This outstanding win has propelled the team into the quarterfinals, making KIIT the only university from Odisha to secure a place in the quarterfinals. This victory marks the first time KIIT University has qualified for the prestigious Khelo India University Games, a significant milestone in the university’s sporting journey.

The victory stands as a testament to the team’s relentless hard work, exceptional skill, and unwavering determination. The players credited their success to the visionary leadership and steadfast support of Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS. They expressed deep gratitude for his invaluable contributions to sports development and his constant encouragement, which have been pivotal in their journey.

Prof. Achyuta Samanta congratulated the team on their extraordinary performance and extended his best wishes for the upcoming quarterfinals and future competitions. He praised the players for their dedication and highlighted that such achievements underscore KIIT’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting excellence in sports.