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Quality Infrastructure to Boost Sports Culture - Devendra Fadnavis
Nagpur, 7th: Sports infrastructure is being developed on a large scale in Nagpur. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed confidence today that these facilities would significantly boost the development of human resources in the sports sector.
Chief Minister Mr. Fadnavis was speaking at the closing ceremony of the week-long 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Krida Mahotsav) held in Nagpur. The event took place at the Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium. Dignitaries present included Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, MLAs Krishna Khopde, Pravin Datke, Sanjay Bhende, and newly elected MLA Arun Lakhani; Mayor Nita Thakre; Sports Festival Organizing Committee Chairman Sandeep Joshi; and former MP Dr. Vikas Mahatme.
The response to this annual sports festival, organized under the guidance of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, has been consistently growing, providing numerous athletes with opportunities and training. A sports culture is taking shape in Nagpur through this initiative. The sports sector is constantly evolving; alongside academics, there is now a strong emphasis on achieving excellence in sports. Professionalism has entered this field on a large scale, opening up various avenues for athletes. Sports foster a culture that guides the younger generation in the right direction and cultivates a competitive spirit, the Chief Minister noted.
High-quality infrastructure is being developed to further boost the sports culture in Nagpur. A state-of-the-art sports complex is being constructed at Mankapur, which will enable the hosting of global sports events. A sports university is also being established. The Chief Minister stated that, overall, these facilities would help develop human resources in the sports sector.
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced that the upcoming 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Mahotsav) would be organized on a grand scale—specifically at the Vidarbha level—with efforts made to ensure the participation of over one lakh athletes.
Extensive sports facilities are being developed across the city to help Nagpur emerge as a sports capital. The aim is to construct at least 25 swimming pools in the city. Union Minister Shri Gadkari expressed his vision of developing sports facilities in all parts of the city so that at least one lakh boys and girls are seen on sports grounds in the evenings.
**Significant Momentum for the Sports Sector in the Next Decade**
Efforts are underway across the country with a specific goal for the sports sector. Minister of State for Sports and Youth Welfare Raksha Khadse stated that preparations are being made to host the Olympics in India in 2036, with a strong emphasis on significantly expanding sports resources. She noted that this event is not merely an eight-day festival but a crucial competition for the future of sports. It is heartening to see Maharashtra leading in various sports disciplines and consistently ranking among the top three states in domestic competitions—a matter of great pride. She also highlighted the availability of numerous employment opportunities within the sports sector.
Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced that a provision of approximately ?45 crore has been made for sports facilities in Nagpur district, and planning is underway accordingly. He congratulated the organizing committee on the successful conduct of the MP Sports Festival. Dignitaries presented the 'Khasdar Krida Bhushan Award' and special awards to 14 athletes from various sports disciplines. Awards were presented to the following: Volleyball – Karmanya Chilkulwar; Athletics – Anjali Madavi; Kho-Kho – Siddhesh Satpute; Softball – Urvashi Saneshwar; Handball – Harpreetsingh Randhawa; Kabaddi – Mangala Dhabale; Skating – Aditi Dhande; Chess – Shraddha Bajaj; Wrestling – Nandini Sahu; Badminton – Nishika Gokhe; Yogasana – Bharat Delikar; Basketball – Gunjan Mantri; Gymnastics – Avani Rathod; and Swimming – Aditri Payasi.
Special awards were also presented this year. Vijay Dangre was honored with the 'Best Organizer' award, Ravindra Tong with the 'Best Coach' award, and Umesh Naidu with the 'Sports Volunteer' award, while the Young Muslim Football Club was recognized as the 'Best Sports Club'.
Nagpur, 7th: Sports infrastructure is being developed on a large scale in Nagpur. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed confidence today that these facilities would significantly boost the development of human resources in the sports sector.
Chief Minister Mr. Fadnavis was speaking at the closing ceremony of the week-long 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Krida Mahotsav) held in Nagpur. The event took place at the Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium. Dignitaries present included Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, MLAs Krishna Khopde, Pravin Datke, Sanjay Bhende, and newly elected MLA Arun Lakhani; Mayor Nita Thakre; Sports Festival Organizing Committee Chairman Sandeep Joshi; and former MP Dr. Vikas Mahatme.
The response to this annual sports festival, organized under the guidance of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, has been consistently growing, providing numerous athletes with opportunities and training. A sports culture is taking shape in Nagpur through this initiative. The sports sector is constantly evolving; alongside academics, there is now a strong emphasis on achieving excellence in sports. Professionalism has entered this field on a large scale, opening up various avenues for athletes. Sports foster a culture that guides the younger generation in the right direction and cultivates a competitive spirit, the Chief Minister noted.
High-quality infrastructure is being developed to further boost the sports culture in Nagpur. A state-of-the-art sports complex is being constructed at Mankapur, which will enable the hosting of global sports events. A sports university is also being established. The Chief Minister stated that, overall, these facilities would help develop human resources in the sports sector.
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced that the upcoming 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Mahotsav) would be organized on a grand scale—specifically at the Vidarbha level—with efforts made to ensure the participation of over one lakh athletes.
Extensive sports facilities are being developed across the city to help Nagpur emerge as a sports capital. The aim is to construct at least 25 swimming pools in the city. Union Minister Shri Gadkari expressed his vision of developing sports facilities in all parts of the city so that at least one lakh boys and girls are seen on sports grounds in the evenings.
**Significant Momentum for the Sports Sector in the Next Decade**
Efforts are underway across the country with a specific goal for the sports sector. Minister of State for Sports and Youth Welfare Raksha Khadse stated that preparations are being made to host the Olympics in India in 2036, with a strong emphasis on significantly expanding sports resources. She noted that this event is not merely an eight-day festival but a crucial competition for the future of sports. It is heartening to see Maharashtra leading in various sports disciplines and consistently ranking among the top three states in domestic competitions—a matter of great pride. She also highlighted the availability of numerous employment opportunities within the sports sector.
Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced that a provision of approximately ?45 crore has been made for sports facilities in Nagpur district, and planning is underway accordingly. He congratulated the organizing committee on the successful conduct of the MP Sports Festival. Dignitaries presented the 'Khasdar Krida Bhushan Award' and special awards to 14 athletes from various sports disciplines. Awards were presented to the following: Volleyball – Karmanya Chilkulwar; Athletics – Anjali Madavi; Kho-Kho – Siddhesh Satpute; Softball – Urvashi Saneshwar; Handball – Harpreetsingh Randhawa; Kabaddi – Mangala Dhabale; Skating – Aditi Dhande; Chess – Shraddha Bajaj; Wrestling – Nandini Sahu; Badminton – Nishika Gokhe; Yogasana – Bharat Delikar; Basketball – Gunjan Mantri; Gymnastics – Avani Rathod; and Swimming – Aditri Payasi.
Special awards were also presented this year. Vijay Dangre was honored with the 'Best Organizer' award, Ravindra Tong with the 'Best Coach' award, and Umesh Naidu with the 'Sports Volunteer' award, while the Young Muslim Football Club was recognized as the 'Best Sports Club'.
Chief Minister Mr. Fadnavis was speaking at the closing ceremony of the week-long 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Krida Mahotsav) held in Nagpur. The event took place at the Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium. Dignitaries present included Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, MLAs Krishna Khopde, Pravin Datke, Sanjay Bhende, and newly elected MLA Arun Lakhani; Mayor Nita Thakre; Sports Festival Organizing Committee Chairman Sandeep Joshi; and former MP Dr. Vikas Mahatme.
The response to this annual sports festival, organized under the guidance of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, has been consistently growing, providing numerous athletes with opportunities and training. A sports culture is taking shape in Nagpur through this initiative. The sports sector is constantly evolving; alongside academics, there is now a strong emphasis on achieving excellence in sports. Professionalism has entered this field on a large scale, opening up various avenues for athletes. Sports foster a culture that guides the younger generation in the right direction and cultivates a competitive spirit, the Chief Minister noted.
High-quality infrastructure is being developed to further boost the sports culture in Nagpur. A state-of-the-art sports complex is being constructed at Mankapur, which will enable the hosting of global sports events. A sports university is also being established. The Chief Minister stated that, overall, these facilities would help develop human resources in the sports sector.
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced that the upcoming 'MP Sports Festival' (Khasdar Mahotsav) would be organized on a grand scale—specifically at the Vidarbha level—with efforts made to ensure the participation of over one lakh athletes.
Extensive sports facilities are being developed across the city to help Nagpur emerge as a sports capital. The aim is to construct at least 25 swimming pools in the city. Union Minister Shri Gadkari expressed his vision of developing sports facilities in all parts of the city so that at least one lakh boys and girls are seen on sports grounds in the evenings.
**Significant Momentum for the Sports Sector in the Next Decade**
Efforts are underway across the country with a specific goal for the sports sector. Minister of State for Sports and Youth Welfare Raksha Khadse stated that preparations are being made to host the Olympics in India in 2036, with a strong emphasis on significantly expanding sports resources. She noted that this event is not merely an eight-day festival but a crucial competition for the future of sports. It is heartening to see Maharashtra leading in various sports disciplines and consistently ranking among the top three states in domestic competitions—a matter of great pride. She also highlighted the availability of numerous employment opportunities within the sports sector.
Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced that a provision of approximately ?45 crore has been made for sports facilities in Nagpur district, and planning is underway accordingly. He congratulated the organizing committee on the successful conduct of the MP Sports Festival. Dignitaries presented the 'Khasdar Krida Bhushan Award' and special awards to 14 athletes from various sports disciplines. Awards were presented to the following: Volleyball – Karmanya Chilkulwar; Athletics – Anjali Madavi; Kho-Kho – Siddhesh Satpute; Softball – Urvashi Saneshwar; Handball – Harpreetsingh Randhawa; Kabaddi – Mangala Dhabale; Skating – Aditi Dhande; Chess – Shraddha Bajaj; Wrestling – Nandini Sahu; Badminton – Nishika Gokhe; Yogasana – Bharat Delikar; Basketball – Gunjan Mantri; Gymnastics – Avani Rathod; and Swimming – Aditri Payasi.
Special awards were also presented this year. Vijay Dangre was honored with the 'Best Organizer' award, Ravindra Tong with the 'Best Coach' award, and Umesh Naidu with the 'Sports Volunteer' award, while the Young Muslim Football Club was recognized as the 'Best Sports Club'.
