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Haryana's Sports Revolution: How Sansad Khel Mahotsav Became a Health Movement

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has praised the Sansad Khel Mahotsav, framing it as much more than just a sports competition. He described it as a comprehensive health movement designed to build a healthier and more disciplined generation. The event, which saw massive participation, is seen as a key platform for discovering rural sporting talent. It aligns with broader national goals to make India a sporting powerhouse.

Key Points: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Lauds Sansad Khel Mahotsav Impact

  • CM Saini states the event motivates youth towards an active, disciplined lifestyle
  • Over 45,000 athletes registered from the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency alone
  • The initiative aims to identify hidden sporting talent in rural areas
  • The goal is to establish Haryana as a global sports capital by 2036
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Sansad Khel Mahotsav comprehensive health movement: Haryana CM

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini calls Sansad Khel Mahotsav a comprehensive health movement, highlighting its role in grassroots talent discovery and youth fitness.

"The ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ is not merely a sporting competition but a comprehensive health movement. - Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini"

Fatehabad, Dec 13

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday said the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ is not merely a sporting competition but a comprehensive health movement that motivates the youth to adopt an active and disciplined lifestyle.

Strengthening the Khelo India and Fit India initiatives at the grassroots, the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ has evolved into a people’s movement aimed at building a healthy, self-reliant and disciplined generation.

Reflecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming sports into a mass movement, the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ has proved to be an effective platform for identifying hidden sporting talent in rural areas and enabling young athletes to reach national and international arenas.

The Chief Minister was addressing the closing ceremony of the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ here.

On his arrival, he was accorded a warm welcome by Rajya Sabha MP and programme organiser, Subhash Barala. Athletes participating in the finals also took part in a ceremonial march past.

The Chief Minister formally inaugurated the final matches and watched the kabaddi final between teams from Sirsa and Fatehabad. He interacted with players and encouraged them.

A total of 45,000 athletes from nine Assembly segments of the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency had registered for the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’, out of which 3,604 qualified for the finals of various disciplines.

Addressing the athletes and the gathering, CM Saini said the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ has placed the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency among the country’s top 10 parliamentary constituencies in terms of sports participation.

He said talent often remains unrealised due to the lack of opportunity, and it was with this understanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi directed the organisation of ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’.

Such initiatives, he said, not only promote sporting interest but also motivate youth to compete at state, national and international levels.

The Chief Minister recalled that 11 years ago, Haryana had developed a clear sports vision, to connect every child with sports, create playgrounds in every village and provide opportunities to every youth passionate about sports.

The objective, he said, is to establish Haryana not only as India’s but the world’s sports capital. He said the Prime Minister has set the goal of making India a global sporting power by the 2036 Olympics and expressed confidence that Haryana’s athletes would win the highest number of medals and bring laurels to the nation.

He emphasised that participation in sports itself is a significant achievement and that effort, discipline, and dedication matter more than victory or defeat. These values, he said, shape youth into responsible citizens and successful sportspersons.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to see focus on health and discipline, not just competition. In today's screen-obsessed world, getting youth onto the field is half the battle won. Hope they maintain the infrastructure and coaching quality for these identified athletes.
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Rohit P
Haryana is already a sports powerhouse. With such grassroots movements, no doubt they will contribute massively to India's 2036 Olympic dream. More states should replicate this model. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows sports development, the scale here is impressive. However, the real test is the follow-through. Will these 3,604 finalists get sustained support, or is this just a one-off event? The article mentions vision, but concrete pathways for these athletes need to be highlighted.
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Vikram M
Kabaddi finals! Nothing beats the energy of a local kabaddi match. This is our indigenous sport and it's heartening to see it get this stage. This is how we preserve and promote our culture alongside fitness. 👏
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Kavya N
The emphasis on participation over victory is the right message. Too much pressure on winning can kill the joy of sport. Building character and a healthy lifestyle is the true win. Good step for youth development.

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