Itanagar Hosts PMO Director’s Surprise Review of Khelo India Sports Scheme

Rugved Milind Thakur, the director from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), made a surprise visit to the Khelo India-accredited sports centre in Itanagar on Monday to review the implementation of the Khelo India program in the region. This initiative is a flagship sports scheme by the Indian government aimed at promoting sports and fitness among youth across the country.

Inspection and Interaction

During his visit, Mr. Thakur conducted a thorough inspection of the training facilities and engaged with young athletes participating in the program. His assessment covered several key aspects:

• Infrastructure quality
• Coaching standards
• Overall progress of the athletes involved

In addition to the athletes, the director sought feedback from coaches and officials to identify areas where improvements could be made.

Significance of the Itanagar Centre

The Khelo India centre in Itanagar plays a vital role in nurturing sporting talent in Arunachal Pradesh by providing:

1. State-of-the-art sports equipment
2. Professional coaching
3. Competitive exposure to athletes from diverse backgrounds

This visit underscores the government’s strong commitment to enhancing sports development in North East India.

Future Plans and Support

Officials assured Mr. Thakur of their continued support and shared plans to upgrade the facilities further to meet national standards. This review is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that the objectives of Khelo India effectively reach the grassroots level.

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