Overview
- The tournament runs from November 28 to December 10 across venues in Chennai and Madurai, according to organizers.
- India are placed in Pool B with Oman, Chile and Switzerland, opening against Chile on November 28 at Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai.
- This edition features 24 teams for the first time, increasing the scale and logistics of the event.
- The unveiling at the Chennai Secretariat was led by Chief Minister M. K. Stalin with senior state officials and Hockey India leaders in attendance.
- Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey and Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh praised Tamil Nadu’s facilities and support as preparations intensify.