Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the Sansad Khel Mahotsav is providing the country with thousands of talented athletes. Addressing the Sansad Khel Mahotsav through video conferencing today,Mr. Modi said, the scale of the Sansad Khel Mahotsav has grown significantly and also its impact. He said the sports festival is becoming a strong pillar with the mantra of nation-building through youth development. The Prime Minister said, beyond winning and losing, the sportsmanship and spirit of fair play that the athletes learn through these games contribute to the development of capable and disciplined youth. He said, these capable and disciplined youth build the future of the nation.
Mr. Modi said that in 2030, when India hosts the Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, the entire world will be watching the country. He said it will be a major opportunity for young athletes. The Prime Minister said, India is also trying for the opportunity to host the 2036 Olympics. He said, those who will represent India then are today in the 10 to 12-year age group. Mr Modi said, there is a need to polish their talent from now and bring them to the national stage, and the Sansad Khel Mahotsav can play a big role in this.
The Prime Minister appealed to every parent to encourage their children to play and give them opportunities to play, because sports are not just a part of learning. He said, it is also an essential condition for a healthy body and a healthy mind.