Indian Hockey Crisis Traced from Grassroots to National Level

India Today has highlighted a deepening crisis in Indian hockey, noting that the problem begins at the grassroots level and extends to the senior national side. The analysis points to structural weaknesses in the sport’s development pathway, suggesting that issues at the foundational stage are reflected in the performance of the top teams. Observers warn that without addressing these base‑level challenges, the national team's competitiveness may continue to suffer. The report calls for a comprehensive review of coaching, infrastructure, and talent identification to halt the downward trend.