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Dehradun, 29 November (HS). Uttarakhand has the honor of hosting the upcoming National Games 2025. This is a historic opportunity for the state not only in the field of sports, but also from the point of view of tourism and economic development. The National Sports Secretariat Uttarakhand says that they will work with the IOA and the Central Government to ensure that the event meets all standards. It will be the priority of the state to provide the best experience to the players and spectators for this event. While giving formal information in this regard, Additional Chief Executive Officer of National Sports Secretariat, Uttarakhand, Prashant Arya said that Uttarakhand will organize these games from 28 January 2025 to 14 February 2025. He said that it is an honor for the state to select Uttarakhand for this event by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). For this, Uttarakhand Government, Sports Ministry and various stakeholders are working together to finalize the preparations.
The state government has already stepped up preparations at Maharana Pratap Sports College campus, Raipur and other places to organize the games. Sports complexes equipped with modern facilities, athletes’ residences and other infrastructure are being prepared at the highest level.
Coordination with Sports Ministry and other departments
Prashant Arya in his official statement mentioned that as per the instructions of the Indian Olympic Association, all the departments are working together to completely prepare the state for hosting. In a letter sent through mail, the state government informed the IOA about its preparations and also expressed gratitude for their cooperation.
Hospitality will make games memorable
Hosting the National Games is not only an opportunity to hone sporting talent, but will also promote sports tourism and investment in the state. The natural beauty of Uttarakhand and its hospitality will prove helpful in making these games memorable.
Indian sports culture will get strengthened
Organizing the National Games in Uttarakhand will attract athletes, sports lovers and tourists from across the country. This event will strengthen the Indian sports culture as well as give a new direction to the sports structure and development in the state.
Various test events will be held before the start of the game
The government has assigned responsibilities to all departments for the success of the event. Various test events will be organized in the state to test the preparedness before the start of the Games in January 2025.
Mahakumbh of sports will be like a festival for the entire country
This event will be like a celebration not only for Uttarakhand but for the entire country. This Mahakumbh of sports will prove helpful in promoting sports spirit and enriching Indian sports culture.