\u201cIn some places, girls do not get much support. My parents support me a lot, and I want to tell girls to do everything openly and without fear. It is said that people from villages cannot do much, but that is not true. If you work hard, no one can stop you from moving forward,\u201d Salima told IANS in a virtual interaction from her home town Simdega.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Her remarkable rise continued, making her only the second player from Jharkhand, after Nikki Pradhan, to represent India at the Olympics. Over the years, she has become a key figure in Indian women\u2019s hockey, playing a crucial role in several major tournaments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
From India's third-place finish in the FIH Hockey Women's Pro League (2021-22) to securing bronze at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Salima has solidified her reputation as a fierce defender and a leader.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Salima credits much of her success to the unwavering support she has received, both from her family and the government. \u201cThe government has supported me a lot. I have met Hemant Soren (Chief Minister of Jharkhand), and he even provided me with a plot. The government is focusing a lot on sports, and I hope they continue to support athletes like me so that we can make India proud,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Recognising the significance of government initiatives, she also acknowledged the efforts of the central administration in promoting women\u2019s hockey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI would like to thank the government for supporting sports. Earlier, men\u2019s hockey had more recognition, but now, for the first time, women's hockey has been included in the Hockey India League (HIL). This is a great opportunity for young players who do not get a chance to play in the camp. The platform is very good, and it will benefit future generations.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Recognising the significance of government initiatives, she also acknowledged the efforts of the central administration in promoting women\u2019s hockey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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