Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, at the Kila Raipur Rural Olympics, announced an increase in the sports budget in the upcoming state Budget. He emphasized the importance of engaging youth in positive activities like bullock cart races, which have resumed after legal changes. Mann highlighted the significance of sports in combating drug issues, expressing pride in Punjab’s rural heritage through events like the Kila Raipur Games.
The Chief Minister unveiled plans to develop sports infrastructure, including building stadiums in every village as part of the New Sports Policy — 2023. Additionally, he revealed initiatives to enhance the aesthetics of Kila Raipur, such as beautifying the pond and constructing a modern library. Mann underscored the government’s commitment to efficient financial management, aiming to eliminate wastage and direct resources towards public welfare projects.
During the Kila Raipur Sports Rural Olympics, CM Mann emphasized the role of sports in deterring drug abuse and announced further financial support for sports development in the state. He praised the government’s efforts in prioritizing sports as a means to harness the energy of the youth positively. Mann highlighted the success of the Sports Policy in reviving Punjab’s sporting legacy and reiterated the government’s dedication to nurturing sporting talent across generations.
