June 18th 2024.
During his recent visit to Kalinga Stadium, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj shared the exciting vision of the newly-formed government in the state. In a review meeting with top officials, including Sports Secretary Vineel Krishna and Higher Education Secretary Aravind Agarwal, the minister emphasized the need for a shift from programme mode to project mode.
The focus of the meeting was to assess the progress made in recent times and determine the effectiveness of current measures. Suryabanshi stated that there will be a thorough review in the days to come, in order to further improve the state's performance in national level competitions. However, the ultimate goal is to make a mark on the international stage.
"We want to be known as a state that excels in sports, not just at a national level, but also globally," said the minister. He also shed light on the government's approach towards sports development, stating that they will be working on a project basis, rather than a mere programme.
In fact, Suryabanshi believes that by the time Odisha celebrates its centenary, it will be recognized as the 'Sports capital of the world.' This bold statement reflects the government's determination to take the state's sports achievements to new heights. The minister also took the opportunity to review preparations for the upcoming 'World Yoga Day,' as well as the infrastructure developments required in the stadium.
It is evident that the state government is committed to promoting sports and nurturing talented athletes. With the shift to project mode, there is a strong belief that Odisha will become a force to be reckoned with in the sports arena. Suryabanshi's visit to Kalinga Stadium has set the tone for an exciting journey towards making the state a global leader in sports.
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