With FIH Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 soon to commence in Odisha, Bhubaneswar is gearing up in every way possible for the grand inaugural ceremony.
From well-detailed wall paintings to sculptures full of hockey references, the city is more excited about the World Cup.
FIH Hockey Men's WC’s adorable mascot ‘Olly’, can also be seen taking over the decorations and city’s highway boards. FIH Hockey Men's WC matches will be played in two venues, Bhubaneswar and Rourkela. Rourkela being a new venue, is all set to welcome hockey enthusiasts with a seating capacity of 20,000, making it world's largest stadium.
Hockey India in collaboration with State Government is responsible for the preparations.
The art-enveloped city, is full of hockey references which are widely visible in wall paintings, sculptures, and more.
Most of the teams have already arrived, which is further increasing the excitement for the upcoming World Cup.