Uttarakhand is making its own identity known in the national sports map with Dehradun developing into a focal point of sports activities.
Chief Minister Harish Rawat stated this at the conclusion of the Narendra Singh Kharola memorial all India football tournament at the Pavilion Ground here on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, the CM said that the State Government was developing facilities for sports. A new policy is also being drafted in order to encourage sportspersons.
In addition to having a sports college, Dehradun also has a good stadium for winter sports. A work plan is being drafted to ensure improved utilisation of these facilities, said the CM, while expressing confidence that sportspersons will be provided all possible assistance and encouragement.
Stating that there was no dearth of sporting talent in the State, Rawat said that what was needed was the proper platform for the talented. Sports Minister Dinesh Aggarwal was also among those present on the occasion.