This is a list of hockey grounds in India that have been used for major hockey matches.
Name | City | State | Capacity | Tenant | Opening |
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Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Hockey Stadium | Faizabad | Uttar Pradesh | n/a | TBA | |
Jaypee Sport City Hockey Stadium | Noida | Uttar Pradesh | 10,000 | TBA |
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