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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the North East Zone badminton championship in Agartala with over 200 participants. He emphasized that sports play a crucial role in building discipline and patriotism among youth from an early age. The CM highlighted significant infrastructure development including synthetic fields and tracks across Tripura in recent years. Saha also announced plans for a new international-standard sports complex at Bholagiri with multiple facilities.

Key Points: Tripura CM Saha Says Sports Culture Vital for Healthy Society

  • CM Saha links physical fitness directly to mental development and personal growth
  • Over 200 players from Northeast states participating in Agartala badminton championship
  • Highlights PM Modi's Khelo India initiative for sports infrastructure development
  • Announces new comprehensive sports complex with international facilities in Agartala
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Sports, culture vital for a healthy society: Tripura CM Saha

Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurates badminton championship, emphasizes sports role in mental development and highlights Modi's Khelo India infrastructure push.

"Sports instil discipline, perseverance, responsibility, duty, and patriotism - CM Manik Saha"

Agartala, Sep 4

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Thursday that sports and culture play a very important role in building a healthy society, and the BJP government is working with special emphasis on the development of sports infrastructure.

The Chief Minister, while speaking at the inauguration of the Yonex Sunrise North East Zone inter-state and Zonal Badminton Championship 2025, said that the tournament, which would continue till September 7, has brought together over 200 players and officials from Tripura and other Northeastern states. Tripura Badminton Association organised the event at Netaji Subhas Regional Coaching Centre Indoor Hall in Agartala.

Calling the day historic for Tripura, the Chief Minister said that sports have the power to bring people together. Highlighting the importance of fitness, Saha said that physical fitness is one of the pillars of mental development. “In sports, people find the path to life development and a winning attitude. When a child is exposed to sports and a joyful environment from an early age, their mind becomes cheerful. Sports instil discipline, perseverance, responsibility, duty, and patriotism. Our government is determined to nurture the talents of many promising players in the state,” said Saha, who himself is a dental surgeon.

The Chief Minister also underlined the role of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in promoting sports. “The Prime Minister is encouraging the development of infrastructure through initiatives like Khelo India to bring youth to the playground. Over the last 6–7 years, significant sports infrastructure has been developed in Tripura, and many more projects are underway. As a result, our children are already achieving success at national-level competitions,” he said.

Sharing details of the progress, the Chief Minister informed that eight synthetic turf football fields have been built across the state, with another under construction. The state has also completed one synthetic hockey field, one swimming pool, and two synthetic athletic tracks at Panisagar and Badharghat, respectively, he added.

Saha further announced that a comprehensive sports complex would be developed at Bholagiri in Agartala with facilities including a gallery, an international-standard swimming pool, a natural football field, and a multipurpose sports hall.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As a badminton coach from Assam, I appreciate the focus on Northeast sports. More tournaments like this will help discover hidden talents from our region! 🏸
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Aman W
Good initiative but hope the government ensures these facilities are accessible to all sections of society, not just urban areas. Rural sports infrastructure needs equal attention.
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see the Northeast getting sports recognition! The cultural diversity combined with sports can really strengthen national integration. More power to our athletes! 💪
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Vikram M
Khelo India has been a game-changer! My nephew got selected for state-level training because of these initiatives. Sports really can change lives 🙌
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Nikhil C
Hope they maintain these facilities properly. Many sports complexes in India become neglected after the initial hype. Regular maintenance is key!

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