**Summary of the 7th Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament-2026**
**Event Overview**
The Air Force Sports Control Board has organized the 7th edition of the Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament-2026 at Air Force Station Jalahalli. Held from June 23 to July 3, 2026, the tournament commemorates the 107th Birth Anniversary of Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh DFC. A total of 16 elite teams are participating in the competition.
**Opening Ceremony and Inaugural Match**
The opening ceremony took place on June 23, 2026, at the Amit Singh Bakshi Hockey Stadium. Air Marshal S Sivakumar, VSM, Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA), attended as the Chief Guest and officially declared the tournament open. The ceremony featured various cultural programs.
The inaugural match was contested between the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army, Southern Command Bengaluru. The Indian Air Force secured a 2-0 victory. Agniveer Vinayak Santosh Hande was named "Man of the Match" and was presented with a cheque for Rs 25,000 by the Chief Guest.
**Significance**
The tournament serves as a premier platform for the country’s elite hockey teams and acts as a tribute to Marshal Arjan Singh, recognizing his significant contributions to the nation and the Air Force.
**Administrative Details**
* **Organizer:** Air Force Sports Control Board
* **Venue:** Air Force Station Jalahalli (Amit Singh Bakshi Hockey Stadium)
* **Dates:** June 23, 2026 – July 3, 2026
* **Source:** PIB Delhi (Release ID: 2276983)
* **Release Date/Time:** June 23, 2026, 2:44 PM
Key Entities Referenced
Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament: A prestigious national-level hockey tournament featuring elite teams, organized to honor the legacy of the late Marshal.
Air Force Sports Control Board: The primary organizing body responsible for the conduct and management of the tournament.
Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh: The legendary Air Force officer in whose honor the memorial tournament is held.
Air Force Station Jalahalli: The central venue located in Bengaluru where the 7th edition of the tournament was hosted.
Air Marshal S Sivakumar: The Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) who presided as the Chief Guest at the opening ceremony.
Ministry of Defence
7TH EDITION OF THE MARSHAL OF THE AIR
FORCE ARJAN SINGH MEMORIAL HOCKEY
TOURNAMENT-2026 OPENING CEREMONY ON
23 Jun 26
प्रव तथ: 23 JUN 2026 2:44PM by PIB Delhi
As a part of 107th Birth Anniversary of the Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh DFC, 7th edition of
Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament-2026 is being organised by Air Force
Sports Control Board at Air Force Station Jalahalli from 23 Jun to 03 Jul 26. A total of 16 Teams will be
participating in this tournament.
The Opening Ceremony was held on 23 Jun 26 at Hockey ground, Air Force Station Jalahalli. Air Marshal
S Sivakumar, VSM, Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) was the Chief Guest during the
ceremony, who declared the tournament open.
The Opening match was played between Indian Air Force and Indian Army, Southern Command
Bengaluru teams. The Indian Air Force team won the match by 2-0. Agniveer Vinayak Santosh Hande was
declared as Man of the Match. The Chief Guest presented a cheque of Rs 25,000/- to the Man of the
Match. Various cultural programmes were also showcased during the opening of the tournament.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest said, "We are delighted to be back with the Marshal of the
Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament which is the most prestigious tournament in the country. This
tournament will provide a platform for the elite hockey teams of the country. Indian Air Force will ensure
that no stone is left unturned in the smooth conduct of the tournament."
The conduct of this Hockey Tournament is a befitting tribute to the Air Force legend in an admirable way
to express gratitude towards his contribution to the nation.***
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