GUWAHATI, Jan 20: The sportsmen of Assam are looking forward to showing how talented they are at the 38th National Games of India which are going to be in the state of Uttarakhand. The thank-you Dear event was held at Sarusajal Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday, which was attended by Sarabananda Sonowal, Union Minister and President of Olympic Association AOA in Assam, and Minster of States Nandita Garlosa, Pijush Hazarika, Jayanta Malla Baruah, and Secretary General of AOA in Lakhya Konwar.
Sonowal in-line to the male and female athletes of the State confidently declared that the Assam State the sports talent which is like a new star to this land. “Assam is rising the sports capital. I am sure our athletes will do extremely well and make Assam proud,” he stated. Besides, he exhorted the competitors to play with the focus and discipline.
Sonowal highlighted the importance of sports as a common, peaceful ground, referring to Dr. Bhupen Hazarika’s statement who also considered sport as a “playground of peace”. He mentioned the achievements of the events like the South Asian Games, Khelo India Youth Games, FIFA U-17 World Cup, and AIBA Youth Women’s World Boxing Championship, in Assam which have resulted in the state’s high reputation both nationally and internationally.
The Union Minister named the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the key reason behind Assam’s progress in sports, expressing appreciation for initiatives such as the first Assam Youth Olympics held in 2022. These events, he said, have been very instrumental in the development and success of the youth athletes.
“We are committed to supporting our athletes through robust training and resources,” Sonowal stated. He was positive that the Assam team would now be in a position to beat its previous medal record and set new standards at the competitions.
Bringing out the social importance of sports, The Secretary Sportsperson also mentioned the role sports play in cultivating discipline, resilience, and positivity. He stood by his belief again that Assam has the potential to become one of India’s top sports states.
Prepared with focused training and the continuous support of the government and the Assam Olympic Association, the athletes from Assam will make a significant difference in the 38th National Games.
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