Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur on Saturday visited Sports Authority of India’s (SAI) Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS) in Patiala and inaugurated a brand new 300 bedded Hostel which has value Rs. 26.77 crore in building. The minister additionally inaugurated hostels devoted to India’s legendary hockey participant Major Dhyanchand and sprinter PT Usha, which have been renovated and upgraded at a complete value of 5.25 crore.

Speaking throughout the inauguration Thakur mentioned, “It is the endeavour of the government to provide the best possible facilities to athletes. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji has always harped on the importance of keeping athletes at the centre of all policies. The launching of this 300 bedded hostel and the upgradation of the old hostels is yet another step in this direction so that athletes training at this prestigious centre have improved lodging facilities.” Anurag Thakur additionally inaugurated a Sports Performance Analysis course, a first-time addition to the educational programs at NSNIS Patiala.

While interacting with the primary batch of scholars of this course, Thakur mentioned, “Inclusion of sports science and sports performance analysis is very important to assess the actual potential of an athlete, which can go a long way in improving the overall performance of India in worldwide competitions.” During the go to, the minister additionally interacted with over 400 athletes and trainees and motivated them to proceed specializing in sports activities and to make the nation proud. He sought inputs from athletes concerning the amenities obtainable to them on the centre and enhancements that they need within the present set-up.

Over the years SAI Patiala has produced many well-known athletes who’ve gone on to win many laurels for the nation, together with World Championships and Olympic medals. In 2021, SAI Patiala athletes gained a complete of 72 medals throughout six disciplines at National Level Competitions. In 2022, this tally elevated to 195 medals.

At the International degree, SAI Patiala athletes gained 19 medals in competitions equivalent to Commonwealth Championships, European Open & Junior World Championships amongst others. (ANI)

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