PNB Marks National Sports Day 2025 with Multi-Sport Tournament
PNB celebrates National Sports Day 2025 with record participation and a 3-0 hockey victory against Delhi 11.

Lucknow | 1, September 2025 : Punjab National Bank (PNB) celebrated National Sports Day 2025 on August 31 with a vibrant sports tournament. The event showed the bank’s focus on employee well-being and a healthy work culture.
Record Participation from PNB Family
This year’s event set a new record. A total of 453 members of the PNB family took part. Competitions were held in Cricket, Hockey, Badminton, Table Tennis, and the Plank Challenge. The matches were full of energy, teamwork, and excitement.
Senior Leaders Join the Celebration
The tournament was joined by senior leaders. Shri Ashok Chandra, MD & CEO, and Shri Bibhu Prasad Mahapatra, ED, were present. They congratulated the winners and praised the effort of all players.
PNB Hockey Team Wins 3-0
A key highlight of National Sports Day 2025 was the hockey match. PNB’s Hockey Team faced Delhi 11 at Shivaji Stadium, Connaught Place, on August 29. The team won by 3-0, making the victory a proud moment for the bank.
Honoring Major Dhyan Chand
The win came on the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. PNB’s support for hockey keeps alive the rich legacy of the sport in India.
Words from MD & CEO
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Ashok Chandra, MD & CEO, said:
“The participation of 453 PNB family members across sports shows our focus on overall growth. The Hockey Team’s win on National Sports Day is proof of PNB’s strong support for the sport. At PNB, we will keep building a culture where career success matches personal well-being.”
PNB’s Continued Support for Sports
PNB has always promoted sports among its employees. The celebration of National Sports Day 2025 reflects this ongoing commitment to health, fitness, and the spirit of the game.
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