Raipur

CM invited to inaugurate all India tennis tourney

Staff Reporter

A delegation of Chhattisgarh Tennis Association led by its Chairman Vikram Sisodia on Thursday paid courtesy call on Chief Minister Raman Singh here.

The delegation invited Chief Minister to attend inaugural programme of Inter-State All India Tennis Tournament to be organised in Bhilai from February 16 to 26.

It is noteworthy that nearly 150 tennis players from 22 states will participate in this tournament, which will be organized for both men and women categories.

Men’s Tournament would be organized from February 16 to 21 and women’s tournament will be organised from February 23 to 26. 

On the occasion, the Chief Minister released the logo of the tournament. Association Chairman Vikram Sisodia informed the  Chief Minister that Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) has constructed a magnificent stadium at the cost of Rs 5 crore to promote Tennis Sport.

This stadium will also be inaugurated at the inaugural programme of the tournament.

The Chief Minister said that such national-level sports tournaments are great platforms for young sports persons to exhibit their talent.

Singh extended best wishes for the success of the event. Delegation included Executive Director of BSP lT Sherpa, Sports Officer of BSP Rakesh Kumar Singh, General Secretary of Tennis Association Gurucharan Singh Hora and senior Tennis players.