Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Unveils Logo and Mascot for Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar unveiled the logo and mascot for the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024. |
| Event | Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 |
| Location | Rajgir, Bihar |
| Dates | November 11-20, 2024 |
| Mascot Name | Gudiya |
| Mascot Inspiration | Bihar's state bird, the House Sparrow |
| Mascot Details | - Holds a hockey stick (symbolizing the sport) - Goalkeeper's glove and defensive posture (representing alertness and strategy) - Hockey ball (symbolizing teamwork) |
| Reason for Mascot | Represents women empowerment and Bihar government's commitment to it |
| Logo Significance | - Features Bodhi tree (symbolizing knowledge, power, harmony) - Hockey stick (symbolizing national sport) |
| Participating Countries | India, China, Thailand, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan |
| Previous Winners | 2010 - South Korea, 2011 - South Korea, 2013 - Japan, 2016 - India, 2018 - South Korea, 2021 - Japan, 2023 - India |