On Sunday, Union Minister Amit Shah officially started the construction of the Para High Performance Centre in Gandhinagar, which will cost Rs 316.82 crore. This centre aims to support para athletes in Gujarat with top-notch training facilities for state, national, and international competitions.
Amit Shah mentioned that ten large stadiums will be built next to the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium at the Sardar Patel Sports Complex. India is determined to host the 2036 Olympic Games at these venues. He praised Gujarat’s preparations for the event, highlighting the state’s commitment to sports.
The Para High Performance Centre will provide excellent resources for differently-abled athletes, helping them shine in sports. Amit Shah noted that in the past, people often used negative words to describe those with disabilities. However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged a more respectful term, “divyang,” to empower them.
To promote the idea of “Sports for All,” the Gujarat government, led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has taken many steps to improve sports facilities. Since 2002, the budget for sports in Gujarat has grown from Rs 2 crore to Rs 352 crore, reflecting the government’s dedication to sports.
At the event, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Gujarat’s Department of Science and Technology and the Central Common Service Centre (CSC) to enhance digital services in Gandhinagar district.
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