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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has outlined an ambitious sports development strategy for the state at a program in Nainital. The CM announced plans to transform the DSA ground into a model sports centre with high-level facilities for national competitions. Dhami emphasized sports as a means of personal development and highlighted the state's recent success in the National Games. The government is committed to supporting athletes through various schemes and infrastructure development, positioning Uttarakhand as an emerging sports destination.

Key Points: Dhami Unveils Nainital Sports Vision at DSA Ground Event

  • Dhami plans model sports centre with national-level facilities
  • State to establish 23 sports academies in eight cities
  • First sports university coming to Haldwani
  • 103 medals won in recent National Games
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Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends program organised at DSA ground in Nainital

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announces model sports centre development and strategic sports infrastructure plans in Nainital

"Our Devbhoomi is now moving forward strongly as a sports land. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Nainital, June 6

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in a grand program organised at the DSA ground in Nainital on Friday.

On this occasion, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the DSA ground will be developed as a model sports centre with high-level sports facilities, which will allow the organisation of national-level competitions and training programs.

Alternative parking will be developed in Nainital, and a hockey turf and a boxing ring will be installed on the flat ground. He clarified that the flat ground will be used only for sports and cultural events, and other commercial activities will be prohibited, so that the interests of local players can be protected.

The Chief Minister also informed that seven national-level sports competitions were successfully organised in Nainital and Haldwani under the National Games. Motivating the players, he said that rising above victory and defeat in sports and adopting the spirit of sportsmanship is the true victory.

Addressing the program, Pushkar Singh Dhami said, "Our Devbhoomi is now moving forward strongly as a sports land."

He said that sports are not only a means of physical and mental development, but also build qualities like discipline, teamwork and struggle. Regarding campaigns like 'Khelo India' and 'Fit India' started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said that sports culture has a strong foundation in the country. India is now making a new identity on global sports forums. Uttarakhand and Devbhoomi are also now moving towards becoming a land of sports.

The Chief Minister said that in the recently held 38th National Games in Uttarakhand, our players increased the state's pride by winning 103 medals. These games were organised grandly in different parts of the state, and seven national-level competitions were held in Nainital and Haldwani.

The Chief Minister said that the state government will soon implement the Sports Legacy Plan, under which 23 sports academies will be established in eight major cities. These academies will provide high-level training for hundreds of players every year.

He informed us that the state's first sports university is being established in Haldwani, and a women's sports college is being established in Lohaghat. Under the new sports policy implemented by the government, international and national medal winners are being given out-of-turn government jobs. Along with this, emerging players are supported by the Chief Minister's Sports Development Policy, Chief Minister's Player Incentive Scheme, Udaymaan Khiladi Scheme, and Sports Kit Scheme. Players' talent is being given due respect through incentives like Uttarakhand Khel Ratna and Himalaya Khel Ratna Awards.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great initiative by CM Dhami! Uttarakhand has so much sporting potential with its Himalayan terrain. Developing sports infrastructure will give local youth better opportunities. Hope they maintain the grounds properly though - many government projects start well but maintenance suffers later.
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Priya M.
As someone from Nainital, I'm thrilled about the hockey turf! 🏑 Our hill stations need more sports facilities beyond just tourism. My only concern is parking - the town already struggles with traffic. Hope the alternative parking plan is implemented properly.
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Ankit S.
Good to see focus on women's sports with the new college in Lohaghat! Uttarakhand has produced many talented female athletes. More such initiatives needed across India to bridge the gender gap in sports.
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Neha T.
While I appreciate the sports focus, I hope they don't neglect basic infrastructure like roads and hospitals. Nainital faces water shortages every summer. Development should be balanced across all sectors.
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Vikram J.
The sports university in Haldwani is a game-changer! 🎯 With proper implementation, Uttarakhand could become the sports hub of North India. Hope they focus on both traditional sports and adventure sports given the Himalayan location.
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Sunita R.
As a teacher, I'm happy to see emphasis on sportsmanship values. In our education system, we focus too much on academics. Sports teach important life skills that classrooms can't. More schools should have such facilities.

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