Bihar

• 07 Oct 2024

Logo and Mascot for Women's Asian Champions Trophy, 2024

Why in News?  

Recently, Bihar Chief Minister unveiled the logo and mascot for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy, 2024, set to take place in Rajgir, Bihar from 11th November to 20th, 2024.

Key Points 

• Mascot Unveiling - 'Gudiya': 
  • The mascot for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy, 2024 is “Gudiya,” a term of endearment in Bihar for young girls. 
  • Inspired by the house sparrow, an endangered species, the mascot represents resilience, strength, and natural heritage. 
  • Gudiya’s bold stance and confident expression reflect the determination and athleticism of the players, symbolizing empowerment and awareness for endangered species protection. 
• Logo Design: 
  • The logo features the Bodhi Tree, symbolizing growth and resilience, tied to Bihar’s spiritual heritage. 
  • The intertwining branches reflect the journey of an athlete, connecting the past and future, showcasing Bihar’s increasing role in international sports. 
• Promoting Women’s Empowerment and Sports Infrastructure: 
  • The tournament and its symbolic elements align with Bihar’s mission to promote women’s empowerment and further develop the state's sports infrastructure. 
  • Hosting such prestigious international events brings global attention to Bihar, creating new opportunities for local talent and sports development. 

Women's Asian Champions Trophy  

• The Women's Asian Champions Trophy is a biennial international field hockey competition featuring the top six women's national teams from member associations of the Asian Hockey Federation. 
• Key Highlights: 
  • The tournament includes the best six women's national teams from Asia. 
  • South Korea holds the most titles, having won the tournament three times. 
  • India and Japan have each won the tournament twice.