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New Delhi, Sep 20 : Para swimmer and Arjuna award recipient Prasanta Karmakar has moved the Delhi High Court, challenging his 3-year-suspension pursuant to disciplinary proceedings conducted against him.
The plea, filed through advocates Amit Kumar Sharma and Satyam Singh Rajput, seeks to quash and set aside the suspension order by the disciplinary committee of the Paralympic Committee of India.
It also sought court's permission to allow Karmakar to take part in swimming events and competition sponsored by the PCI.
The matter is likely to come up for hearing on September 23.
"It is now settled law that the disciplinary proceedings must be just, fair and reasonable and negation thereof offend Articles 14 and 21 (of the Constitution).
It is well settled law that principle of natural justice is integral part of Article 14. No decision prejudicial to a party should be taken without affording an opportunity or supplying the material which is the basis for the decision," the plea said.
"...the Petitioner humbly seek the intervention of this Hon'ble Court in the present matter, as he has been arbitrarily and capriciously suspended by the PCI from participation and his being sponsored in any sports events by PCI for 3 years.
The petitioner is one of the most decorated athlete of India has brought many laurels for the country," the petition read.
It also states that his arbitrary and illegal suspension is violative of fundamental right enshrined under Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution.
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The plea, filed through advocates Amit Kumar Sharma and Satyam Singh Rajput, seeks to quash and set aside the suspension order by the disciplinary committee of the Paralympic Committee of India.
It also sought court's permission to allow Karmakar to take part in swimming events and competition sponsored by the PCI.
The matter is likely to come up for hearing on September 23.
"It is now settled law that the disciplinary proceedings must be just, fair and reasonable and negation thereof offend Articles 14 and 21 (of the Constitution).
It is well settled law that principle of natural justice is integral part of Article 14. No decision prejudicial to a party should be taken without affording an opportunity or supplying the material which is the basis for the decision," the plea said.
"...the Petitioner humbly seek the intervention of this Hon'ble Court in the present matter, as he has been arbitrarily and capriciously suspended by the PCI from participation and his being sponsored in any sports events by PCI for 3 years.
The petitioner is one of the most decorated athlete of India has brought many laurels for the country," the petition read.
It also states that his arbitrary and illegal suspension is violative of fundamental right enshrined under Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution.
--IANS
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New Delhi, Sep 19 : Samsaad, a wrestler for many years and a state-level champion three times, is now preparing to fight at the national level.
The absence of organised wrestling bouts in the last six months has left him frustrated.
Samsaad says, "Our lives have been affected by the restrictions owing to the corona infection.
We could not practise adequately which has affected our speed. In the absence of wrestling bouts we have suffered financially and we could not have a proper daily diet".
Samsaad believes it will take at least a year for the wrestlers to return to the arena.
All the wrestlers have been confined to their homes due to the lockdown in the wake of the pandemic.
Wrestling bouts in different states could not take place and as such the physical condition of the wrestlers has gone down.
Their finances have also been badly hit.
Wrestling is the oldest sport in the world and is believed to have originated in India.
Indian wrestlers have performed extremely well in the last decade and many wrestling arenas in the country have also played an important part in earning a name for these wrestlers.
Recognized by the Sports Authority of India and the Wrestling Federation of India, in Delhi's Guru Jasram Akhara some wrestlers have started coming for their workouts.
Everyday nearly 100 wrestlers used to come and workout before the lockdown. But at present, merely 20 wrestlers come to the akhara to exercise and practice.
In the akhara, people in the age group of 12 to 30 years and above take part in wrestling bouts.
Before entering the akhara, wrestlers first go in for extensive workouts. But now the wrestlers have gained weight which has affected their performance. They are toiling for long hours to regain their original rhythm.
Guru Jasram Akhara manager Neeraj Choudhary told IANS, "Wrestling is the lifeline for wrestlers.
Having a wrestling match in the arena helps them financially. A wrestler cannot practise with a dummy, his speed is greatly affected."
"Actually a wrestling bout is organized mostly in the villages where it is held in sand, it influences the youth and promotes awareness.
It also promotes the coming up of new wrestlers," he added.
"We hope that the situation becomes normal as soon as possible and wrestlers return to the sporting arena.
However, it is important to follow whatever guidelines the government sets in view of the coronavirus," he said.
Before the lockdown, wrestlers used to go to different states from the akhara for wrestling bouts for most of the week.
But now they are being forced to sit at home.
The wrestlers hope that the Covid-19 pandemic will end soon.
The wrestlers of the akhara say, "This is our livelihood and we are very upset due to the closing of the akhara."
"New-age children left wrestling during the lockdown and those children who started wrestling lost out on their practice.
If a wrestler skips one workout, it has an effect on him for the whole week. The wrestlers have been at their homes for the past six months."
"The cost of a day's food for a wrestler ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 700.
The diet contains ingredients like milk, almonds, raisins, fruits, juices, etc."
Guru Jasram Akhara wrestlers have won medals in the Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Arjuna and Dhyanchand awards.
Guru Jasram, who was himself an international level wrestler, founded this akhara in 1970. No fees are charged from wrestlers in the akhara.
The aim of this akhara is to produce as many wrestlers as possible for the country.
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The absence of organised wrestling bouts in the last six months has left him frustrated.
Samsaad says, "Our lives have been affected by the restrictions owing to the corona infection.
We could not practise adequately which has affected our speed. In the absence of wrestling bouts we have suffered financially and we could not have a proper daily diet".
Samsaad believes it will take at least a year for the wrestlers to return to the arena.
All the wrestlers have been confined to their homes due to the lockdown in the wake of the pandemic.
Wrestling bouts in different states could not take place and as such the physical condition of the wrestlers has gone down.
Their finances have also been badly hit.
Wrestling is the oldest sport in the world and is believed to have originated in India.
Indian wrestlers have performed extremely well in the last decade and many wrestling arenas in the country have also played an important part in earning a name for these wrestlers.
Recognized by the Sports Authority of India and the Wrestling Federation of India, in Delhi's Guru Jasram Akhara some wrestlers have started coming for their workouts.
Everyday nearly 100 wrestlers used to come and workout before the lockdown. But at present, merely 20 wrestlers come to the akhara to exercise and practice.
In the akhara, people in the age group of 12 to 30 years and above take part in wrestling bouts.
Before entering the akhara, wrestlers first go in for extensive workouts. But now the wrestlers have gained weight which has affected their performance. They are toiling for long hours to regain their original rhythm.
Guru Jasram Akhara manager Neeraj Choudhary told IANS, "Wrestling is the lifeline for wrestlers.
Having a wrestling match in the arena helps them financially. A wrestler cannot practise with a dummy, his speed is greatly affected."
"Actually a wrestling bout is organized mostly in the villages where it is held in sand, it influences the youth and promotes awareness.
It also promotes the coming up of new wrestlers," he added.
"We hope that the situation becomes normal as soon as possible and wrestlers return to the sporting arena.
However, it is important to follow whatever guidelines the government sets in view of the coronavirus," he said.
Before the lockdown, wrestlers used to go to different states from the akhara for wrestling bouts for most of the week.
But now they are being forced to sit at home.
The wrestlers hope that the Covid-19 pandemic will end soon.
The wrestlers of the akhara say, "This is our livelihood and we are very upset due to the closing of the akhara."
"New-age children left wrestling during the lockdown and those children who started wrestling lost out on their practice.
If a wrestler skips one workout, it has an effect on him for the whole week. The wrestlers have been at their homes for the past six months."
"The cost of a day's food for a wrestler ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 700.
The diet contains ingredients like milk, almonds, raisins, fruits, juices, etc."
Guru Jasram Akhara wrestlers have won medals in the Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Arjuna and Dhyanchand awards.
Guru Jasram, who was himself an international level wrestler, founded this akhara in 1970. No fees are charged from wrestlers in the akhara.
The aim of this akhara is to produce as many wrestlers as possible for the country.
--IANS
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Source: IANS
Chennai, Sep 10 : The Greater Chennai Police are looking into a complaint filed by former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh against a partnership firm for non repayment of loan amounting to Rs 4 crore.
"An FIR has not been registered yet.
The case is being handled by senior officials," a police officer told IANS on Thursday.
The issue came to light on Wednesday when one of the partners of the firm, G.
Mahesh, a realtor, approached the Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail after he was summoned by the police for an enquiry.
On August 26, Harbhajan Singh had filed a complaint that he had loaned Rs 4 crore in 2015 to the firm Auraa Mega Investments, which was into real estate business.
One of the cheques issued by the firm towards loan interest bounced.
On his part, Mahesh said that he had got the loan after giving Harbhajan Singh the title deeds of a property located near here as security and all dues have been paid.
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"An FIR has not been registered yet.
The case is being handled by senior officials," a police officer told IANS on Thursday.
The issue came to light on Wednesday when one of the partners of the firm, G.
Mahesh, a realtor, approached the Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail after he was summoned by the police for an enquiry.
On August 26, Harbhajan Singh had filed a complaint that he had loaned Rs 4 crore in 2015 to the firm Auraa Mega Investments, which was into real estate business.
One of the cheques issued by the firm towards loan interest bounced.
On his part, Mahesh said that he had got the loan after giving Harbhajan Singh the title deeds of a property located near here as security and all dues have been paid.
--IANS
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New Delhi, Sep 10 : Former India captain MS Dhoni on Thursday said that with the final induction ceremony of the Rafale jets into the Indian Air Force (IAF), the world's best combat proven 4.5 generation fighter plane has got the world's best fighter pilots.
"With the final induction ceremony, the world's best combat proven 4.5 generation fighter plane gets the world's best fighter pilots.
In the hands of our pilots and the mix of different aircrafts with the IAF the potent bird's lethality will only increase," Dhoni said on his official Twitter handle.
"Wishing The Glorious 17 Squadron(Golden Arrows) all the very best and for all of us hope the Rafale beats the service record of the Mirage 2000 but Su30MKI remains my favourite and the boys get new target to dogfight with and wait for BVR engagement till their upgrade to Super Sukhoi," he added.
Dhoni, who last month announced his retirement from international cricket, holds the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army unit of the Parachute Regiment (106 Para TA battalion).
Earlier in the day, the IAF hosted a ceremony at the Ambala Air Base in Haryana to formally induct the first five Rafale fighter jets.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly and India's top military brass attended the ceremony.
Speaking at the ceremony, Rajnath said that the combat aircraft made by French company Dassault Aviation can be deployed at a short notice at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh.
Rafale is an omni-role aircraft which means it can carry out at least four missions in one sortie.
The fighter aircraft have HAMMER missiles. It will also be armed with beyond visual range missiles like Meteor, SCALP and MICA, increasing their capability to take on incoming targets from a distance.
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"With the final induction ceremony, the world's best combat proven 4.5 generation fighter plane gets the world's best fighter pilots.
In the hands of our pilots and the mix of different aircrafts with the IAF the potent bird's lethality will only increase," Dhoni said on his official Twitter handle.
"Wishing The Glorious 17 Squadron(Golden Arrows) all the very best and for all of us hope the Rafale beats the service record of the Mirage 2000 but Su30MKI remains my favourite and the boys get new target to dogfight with and wait for BVR engagement till their upgrade to Super Sukhoi," he added.
Dhoni, who last month announced his retirement from international cricket, holds the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army unit of the Parachute Regiment (106 Para TA battalion).
Earlier in the day, the IAF hosted a ceremony at the Ambala Air Base in Haryana to formally induct the first five Rafale fighter jets.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly and India's top military brass attended the ceremony.
Speaking at the ceremony, Rajnath said that the combat aircraft made by French company Dassault Aviation can be deployed at a short notice at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh.
Rafale is an omni-role aircraft which means it can carry out at least four missions in one sortie.
The fighter aircraft have HAMMER missiles. It will also be armed with beyond visual range missiles like Meteor, SCALP and MICA, increasing their capability to take on incoming targets from a distance.
--IANS
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Source: IANS
Jaipur, Sep 5 : Committed to the goal of healthy India which goes along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Fit India Movement', 17 mini stadia, 20 gymnasiums and three multi-purpose halls have been prepared for the development of sporting talent in the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha constituency at a cost of Rs 26 crore.
"I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this work," former Union Minister and Jaipur Rural MP Colonel Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said.
Two mini stadia have been made ready in Baansoor, three each in Kotputli and Viratnagar, two each in Shahpura, Amer, Jamvaramgarh and Jhotwara and one in Phulera.
Gymnasiums have been made in 20 places by identifying locations from where sports talents are likely to emerge, Rathore added.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Joint Inspection Team are taking stock of the work.
Rathore said all the 17 mini stadia have been built keeping in mind the local expectations for better health of youth, encouraging them for sports and to fulfill the Prime Minister's dream by promoting sports at the local level.
These include various facilities like racing track, football ground, cricket pitch, volleyball court, kho-kho court, kabaddi court, zig-zag trek as well as high mast light for night-time play.
Stands have been built for the seating of players and spectators while facilities for the players like changing room, toilet, stage etc.
have also been provided.
Similarly, facilities for various indoor games, including wrestling and table tennis, have been provided in the multi-purpose halls.
Apart from this, 46 open gyms have also been constructed in various villages and wards of the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha constituency for the common people.
--IANS
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"I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this work," former Union Minister and Jaipur Rural MP Colonel Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said.
Two mini stadia have been made ready in Baansoor, three each in Kotputli and Viratnagar, two each in Shahpura, Amer, Jamvaramgarh and Jhotwara and one in Phulera.
Gymnasiums have been made in 20 places by identifying locations from where sports talents are likely to emerge, Rathore added.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Joint Inspection Team are taking stock of the work.
Rathore said all the 17 mini stadia have been built keeping in mind the local expectations for better health of youth, encouraging them for sports and to fulfill the Prime Minister's dream by promoting sports at the local level.
These include various facilities like racing track, football ground, cricket pitch, volleyball court, kho-kho court, kabaddi court, zig-zag trek as well as high mast light for night-time play.
Stands have been built for the seating of players and spectators while facilities for the players like changing room, toilet, stage etc.
have also been provided.
Similarly, facilities for various indoor games, including wrestling and table tennis, have been provided in the multi-purpose halls.
Apart from this, 46 open gyms have also been constructed in various villages and wards of the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha constituency for the common people.
--IANS
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Source: IANS
New Delhi, Sep 3 : An application has been moved in the Supreme Court which states that the decision to organise the Indian Premier League (IPL) outside India was taken by the BCCI's president and secretary after the expiry of their terms of office.
In the supplementary affidavit, petitioner Naresh H Makani, who is the treasurer of Cricket Association of Jharkhand, said: "The entire decision of organising the IPL outside India was taken by the president and secretary of the BCCI after the expiry of their terms of office, thus making the said decision bad in law in as much as they did not have the power to make any such decision."
The affidavit said that BCCI's top two officer bearers -- president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah -- are currently illegally occupying the positions, and taking decisions which are absolutely detrimental for the game of cricket in the entire country.
"The same can be ascertained from the fact that the BCCI, with a view to merely make money, is risking the lives of numerous cricketers by organising the IPL in the United Arab Emirates," the affidavit contended.
Makani has urged the top court to allow him to intervene in the civil appeal, BCCI vs Cricket Association of Bihar, and others.
Citing the application seeking extension of tenure of the office bearers of the BCCI filed by Arun Dhumal, treasurer of the BCCI, Makani submitted that a bare perusal of the constitution of the BCCI along with its memorandum makes it abundantly clear that no such power vests with the treasurer to move any such application before any court of law.
The power vests with the secretary, and in his absence, any such application could only be moved by the joint secretary, the petitioner said.
The affidavit said the tenure of the president and secretary of the BCCI has already been completed and no extension has been granted so far by the top court.
"A number of players as well as supporting staff of the IPL teams have tested positive for novel coronavirus and are undergoing treatment, which makes it abundantly clear that the decisions being taken by the BCCI are motivated by money and are being taken with the utmost recklessness and disregard for human life," said the affidavit.
Makani added that in the third week of September, the BCCI will be without any duly elected office bearers.
"With no office bearers in the BCCI, it is submitted that the game of cricket will be left in shambles and will suffer magnanimously.
Therefore, it is imperative that this court considers the instant civil appeal at the earliest, and passes appropriate orders qua elections of the office bearers of the BCCI," argued Makani.
(Sumit saxena can be contacted at sumit.s@ians.in)
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In the supplementary affidavit, petitioner Naresh H Makani, who is the treasurer of Cricket Association of Jharkhand, said: "The entire decision of organising the IPL outside India was taken by the president and secretary of the BCCI after the expiry of their terms of office, thus making the said decision bad in law in as much as they did not have the power to make any such decision."
The affidavit said that BCCI's top two officer bearers -- president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah -- are currently illegally occupying the positions, and taking decisions which are absolutely detrimental for the game of cricket in the entire country.
"The same can be ascertained from the fact that the BCCI, with a view to merely make money, is risking the lives of numerous cricketers by organising the IPL in the United Arab Emirates," the affidavit contended.
Makani has urged the top court to allow him to intervene in the civil appeal, BCCI vs Cricket Association of Bihar, and others.
Citing the application seeking extension of tenure of the office bearers of the BCCI filed by Arun Dhumal, treasurer of the BCCI, Makani submitted that a bare perusal of the constitution of the BCCI along with its memorandum makes it abundantly clear that no such power vests with the treasurer to move any such application before any court of law.
The power vests with the secretary, and in his absence, any such application could only be moved by the joint secretary, the petitioner said.
The affidavit said the tenure of the president and secretary of the BCCI has already been completed and no extension has been granted so far by the top court.
"A number of players as well as supporting staff of the IPL teams have tested positive for novel coronavirus and are undergoing treatment, which makes it abundantly clear that the decisions being taken by the BCCI are motivated by money and are being taken with the utmost recklessness and disregard for human life," said the affidavit.
Makani added that in the third week of September, the BCCI will be without any duly elected office bearers.
"With no office bearers in the BCCI, it is submitted that the game of cricket will be left in shambles and will suffer magnanimously.
Therefore, it is imperative that this court considers the instant civil appeal at the earliest, and passes appropriate orders qua elections of the office bearers of the BCCI," argued Makani.
(Sumit saxena can be contacted at sumit.s@ians.in)
--IANS
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Hyderabad, Aug 29 : President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday congratulated Neelakantha Bhanu Prakash of Hyderabad for becoming the fastest human calculator in the world.
The President wrote a letter to Bhanu, wishing success in his future endeavour.
"I am happy to learn that you have become the fastest human calculator in the world by winning a gold medal in the Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) in London," wrote Kovind.
"I wish you all success in your future endeavour and hope you will bring in more laurels for the country.
The 20-year-old from Hyderabad became the first Indian and also the first Asian to win the gold in the 23-year-old history of the Mind Sports Olympiad.
A graduate in maths from St Stephen's College, Delhi, Bhanu emerged the winner at Mental Calculation World Championship, which saw competitors from 13 countries vying for the top honours on August 15.
Bhanu told IANS that he has 'vision math' to eradicate math phobia across the world and make it lovable.
Bhanu holds four world records and 15 Limca records for being the fastest human calculator.
His start-up Exploring Infinities (EI) is working with 60 government schools in Telangana and is also doing various programmes in countries like Nepal, Bangladesh and Indonesia.
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The President wrote a letter to Bhanu, wishing success in his future endeavour.
"I am happy to learn that you have become the fastest human calculator in the world by winning a gold medal in the Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) in London," wrote Kovind.
"I wish you all success in your future endeavour and hope you will bring in more laurels for the country.
The 20-year-old from Hyderabad became the first Indian and also the first Asian to win the gold in the 23-year-old history of the Mind Sports Olympiad.
A graduate in maths from St Stephen's College, Delhi, Bhanu emerged the winner at Mental Calculation World Championship, which saw competitors from 13 countries vying for the top honours on August 15.
Bhanu told IANS that he has 'vision math' to eradicate math phobia across the world and make it lovable.
Bhanu holds four world records and 15 Limca records for being the fastest human calculator.
His start-up Exploring Infinities (EI) is working with 60 government schools in Telangana and is also doing various programmes in countries like Nepal, Bangladesh and Indonesia.
--IANS
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Chandigarh, Aug 29 : Cricketer Suresh Raina's 58-year-old uncle on Saturday succumbed to fatal injuries sustained during an attack by armed robbers in a Punjab town.
A group of four members of the notorious 'Kale Kachhewala' gang had attacked the family while asleep on the terrace of their residence, police said.
The incident occurred in Thariyal village near Madhopur in Pathankot district on the night of August 19.
The robbers were armed with lethal weapons.
The cricketer's uncle was identified as Ashok Kumar, a government contractor who had sustained grievous head injuries during the assault.
His 80-year-old mother Satya Devi, his wife Asha Devi, sons -- Apin and Kaushal - too suffered injuries, said the police.
It is learnt that Asha Devi, sister of Raina's father, is fighting hard for survival.
Earlier, CSK CEO KS Viswanathan was quoted as saying in a tweet, "Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will be unavailable for the remainder of the IPL season.
Chennai Super Kings offers complete support to Suresh and his family during this time."
--IANS
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A group of four members of the notorious 'Kale Kachhewala' gang had attacked the family while asleep on the terrace of their residence, police said.
The incident occurred in Thariyal village near Madhopur in Pathankot district on the night of August 19.
The robbers were armed with lethal weapons.
The cricketer's uncle was identified as Ashok Kumar, a government contractor who had sustained grievous head injuries during the assault.
His 80-year-old mother Satya Devi, his wife Asha Devi, sons -- Apin and Kaushal - too suffered injuries, said the police.
It is learnt that Asha Devi, sister of Raina's father, is fighting hard for survival.
Earlier, CSK CEO KS Viswanathan was quoted as saying in a tweet, "Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will be unavailable for the remainder of the IPL season.
Chennai Super Kings offers complete support to Suresh and his family during this time."
--IANS
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New Delhi, Aug 29 : Greeting sportspersons on National Sports Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed and playing an instrumental role in promoting sports.
The Minister said that young talents are being nurtured through initiatives like Khelo India and Fit India."On National Sports Day, I salute all our sportspeople who have been making India proud through their passion and hard work," Shah said.
He asserted that the "Modi government is committed and playing an instrumental role in promoting sports and nurturing the young talent through initiatives like Khelo India and Fit India".
Shah also paid tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand, on the occasion of his birth anniversary, saying "Major Dhyan Chand was a phenomenal legend, who won three Olympic gold medals and mesmerised millions through his magical technique.
His talent, achievements and devotion towards the motherland continues to inspire the generations to come," Shah added.
Major Dhyan Chand was born on August 29, 1905. National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year to honour the hockey legend.
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The Minister said that young talents are being nurtured through initiatives like Khelo India and Fit India."On National Sports Day, I salute all our sportspeople who have been making India proud through their passion and hard work," Shah said.
He asserted that the "Modi government is committed and playing an instrumental role in promoting sports and nurturing the young talent through initiatives like Khelo India and Fit India".
Shah also paid tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand, on the occasion of his birth anniversary, saying "Major Dhyan Chand was a phenomenal legend, who won three Olympic gold medals and mesmerised millions through his magical technique.
His talent, achievements and devotion towards the motherland continues to inspire the generations to come," Shah added.
Major Dhyan Chand was born on August 29, 1905. National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year to honour the hockey legend.
--IANS
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New Delhi, Aug 23 : Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik has expressed her displeasure at missing out on the Arjuna awards this year, in a tweet addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju.
"I am proud to have been conferred the Khel Ratna.
Every sportsperson dreams of winning all the awards. A sportsperson puts her life at risk for it. I also dream of seeing Arjuna award winner against my name," the 27-year-old wrestler wrote in a message, of which she tweeted the screenshot while tagging Modi and Rijiju.
"Which other medal should I get for the country to be honoured with the Arjuna award? Or in this wrestling life, I would never have the good luck of winning this award?" Sakshi said.
She has in the past bagged Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India.
The selection committee led by Justice Mukundakam Sharma (retd) had recommended 29 names for the Arjuna awards to the Sports Ministry.
The list also included Sakshi and 2017 weightlifting world champion Mirabai Chanu, but the final decision was left to the discretion of the Ministry.
The Ministry decided against awarding the Arjuna awards to Sakshi and Mirabai as the two have already been conferred the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award.
--IANS
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"I am proud to have been conferred the Khel Ratna.
Every sportsperson dreams of winning all the awards. A sportsperson puts her life at risk for it. I also dream of seeing Arjuna award winner against my name," the 27-year-old wrestler wrote in a message, of which she tweeted the screenshot while tagging Modi and Rijiju.
"Which other medal should I get for the country to be honoured with the Arjuna award? Or in this wrestling life, I would never have the good luck of winning this award?" Sakshi said.
She has in the past bagged Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India.
The selection committee led by Justice Mukundakam Sharma (retd) had recommended 29 names for the Arjuna awards to the Sports Ministry.
The list also included Sakshi and 2017 weightlifting world champion Mirabai Chanu, but the final decision was left to the discretion of the Ministry.
The Ministry decided against awarding the Arjuna awards to Sakshi and Mirabai as the two have already been conferred the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award.
--IANS
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