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Khelo India has significantly increased the number of female athletes in national events

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Newdelhi:20/10/24:Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya today said that Khelo India ASMITA Women league has significantly increased the number of female athletes participating in national events. The minister was inaugurating the newly constructed 300-bedded girls’ hostel at SAI RC LNCPE, Thiruvananthapuram. Union Minister also emphasized that this reflects a significant investment in the future of our young women athletes. He also noted that India is targeting a place in the top 10 of the medal tally at the 2036 Olympics.

The Minister urged athletes not to view sports as merely a path to a government job, stressing that they should play for the country, win medals, and bring glory to the nation. He reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Panch Pran underscoring that winning a medal brings honor not just to the individual and their loved ones but to the entire country, which collectively takes pride in such achievements.

The hostel is constructed under the Khelo India creation and up-gradation of Infrastructure projects. The project, awarded to M/s WAPCOS, was completed within the budget of Rs. 32.88 Crores. Since 2014, the Khelo India scheme has completed 202 infrastructure projects, with an additional 121 projects underway.

Designed in a pentagon shape, the hostel comprises five blocks, each featuring ground plus three stories. This innovative architecture maximizes space while fostering a vibrant and welcoming environment. The facility includes a centralized kitchen capable of serving 108 dining guests, along with storage rooms, staff dormitories, and dedicated washing areas.

As part of the event, Union Minister felicitated sportspersons who have represented India in Olympics, Asiad, and other international games. Arjuna awardees Padmini Thomas, S Omanakumari, Geethu Anna Jose, Saji Thomas, and V Diju received the honour from the minister.

Dr. G. Kishore, Principal & Regional Head, SAI RC LNCPE, and K.M. Beenamol were also present. Dr. G. Kishore explained about the campus and its achievements in the function.

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