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*     The 5-a-side format was introduced by FIH two years back during Youth Olympic Games.
*     Seven states having permanent Hockey India membership and one institution (Indian University) are to participate in the event.
*     Hockey Odisha has announced a nine-member state women team for this championship.
*     Odisha umpires Nishan Jyoti Mohanty and Biswaranjan Sarangi have been assigned to officiate matches.

ODISHA WOMEN TEAM: Arati Resma Toppo, Swayam Sudha Sahoo, Khusbu Kujur, Priyanka Ekka, Preetimala Dung Dung, Sangita Rose Kullu, Punam Minz, Dipti Lakra, Jira Ekka. Manager: Rosalia Lakra; Coach: P K Sarangi.