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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Bend it like Bodoland! PM hails BTR's transformation
1 2 Guwahati: PM Modi on Sunday said Assam's Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), which was once known for conflicts, is now being recognised for the footballing abilities of its youth. Speaking during his monthly broadcast programme of 'Mann Ki Baat', the PM, in its 123rd episode, referred to the restoration of peace in BTR, saying, "Bodoland stands with a new identity in front of the nation. The energy in the youth and their confidence is most evident on the football field." BTR comprises of five districts — Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Udalguri and Tamulpur. Highlighting young footballers from the region, who have overcame numerous hardships and challenges to excel on the field, the PM spoke about the Bodoland CEM (Chief Executive Member's) Cup, currently taking place in BTR, saying, "not just a tournament, it has become a celebration of unity and hope". "More than 3,700 teams, around 70,000 players — and among them, a large number of our daughters, too, have participated! These statistics tell the story of a big change in Bodoland," Modi said. Recalling the days when Bodoland was known for conflicts and limited opportunities the PM pointed out that footballers from Bodoland were now gaining recognition at higher levels, specifically mentioning Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, Apurna Narzary and Manabir Basumatary. "Many of them, trained with limited resources, paved their way through challenges, and today, their names are an inspiration to the younger lot," Modi said. He said, "Picture this — the morning sun touches the hills, its light slowly spilling into the plains. As the day breaks, a wave of football enthusiasts marches forward. The whistle blows and within moments, the ground erupts in cheers and slogans. With every pass, every goal, the excitement builds. You must be wondering… what a beautiful world that is." CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared the PM's broadcast on X and wrote, "The Bodoland CEM Cup — unthinkable before in this area — is a manifestation of how with the right leadership, the power of our youth can be harnessed to exploit talents instead of terror."
India Gazette
7 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Proud moment": Pramod Boro on PM Modi hailing Bodoland CEM Cup
Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 29 (ANI): The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council, Pramod Boro, on Sunday expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the Bodoland CEM Cup during the 123rd episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, stating that it was a 'proud moment' for the people of Bodoland, emphasising the event's role in fostering unity, peace, and youth engagement in a previously conflict-hit region through sports. 'Today it's a proud moment for the people of Bodoland as PM mentions the CEM cup that's been happening since last month in Bodoland, where more than 3700 clubs and around 70,000 players are participating. It's a mega event in Bodoland for the first time. This event was done for engaging the youths of our rural area to motivate them towards sports and also their fitness and career and also moving ahead in their journey with positive thoughts,' he stated. He credited the initiative to the inspiration drawn from PM Modi's visit to Bodoland in February 2020, where the Prime Minister urged the people of the region to move beyond violence and embrace a new dawn towards peace. Boro highlighted the transformative impact of the Bodoland government over the past four and a half years, focusing on sustaining peace and unity after decades of conflict. 'In the last four and a half years, the Bodoland government has done so many things with the inspiration of the Prime Minister... Prime Minister visited Bodoland in February 2020... At the time, he made some requests to the people that Bodoland should not be a place of violence anymore and that it was a new dawn that started in Bodoland... When we established our government, we addressed these issues as we maintained our peace, unity, and unity among the people... There was hatred among people, anger among people and mistrust for many reasons happening due to so many conflicts and violence in the four decades-long borderland regions,' he explained. This came after PM Modi, during his 'Mann Ki Baat' show earlier today, praised the Bodoland CEM Cup as a 'celebration of unity and hope', noting the participation of over 3,700 teams and nearly 70,000 players. 'Bodoland today stands out in the country with a new face, a new identity. The energy and confidence that the youth here have are most visible on the football field. In the Bodo Territorial Area, the Bodoland CEM Cup is being organised. This is not just a tournament; it has become a celebration of unity and hope,' PM Modi stated. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the emergence of Bodoland's football talents on the national stage, naming players like Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, Apurba Narzary, and Manbir Basumatari as symbols of a new generation. 'The football players hailing from here are now making their mark at a high level. Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, Apurba Narzary, Manbir Basumatari - these are not just the names of football players - they are the identity of that new generation who catapulted Bodoland from the field to the national stage,' he stated. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also extended his gratitude towards PM Modi as he spoke about the football players of Bodoland, saying, 'Today in the Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi mentioned the football players of Bodoland. The PM has been mentioning the success of Assam in his Mann Ki Baat. I extend my gratitude to the PM and the players of Bodoland.' (ANI)
India Gazette
15 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Celebration of unity and hope": PM Modi on organisation of Bodoland CEM Cup
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the transformative power of sports in Bodoland, Assam. He painted a vivid picture of the Bodoland Chief Executive Member's (CEM) Cup. This football tournament has become a celebration of unity and hope, attracting over 3,700 teams and nearly 70,000 participants, including a significant number of girls, during the 123rd episode of 'Mann Ki Baat.' 'Imagine a picture. The morning sun is touching the hills, the light is slowly moving towards the plains, and with that light, a troupe of football lovers is advancing. The whistle blows and in a few moments, the ground reverberates with applause and slogans. People's enthusiasm is increasing with every pass, every goal. You must be wondering... what a beautiful world is that?' said PM Modi. He said that Bodoland has emerged with a new identity, showcasing the energy and confidence of its youth on the football field. 'This picture is the reality of Bodoland, a major region of Assam. Bodoland today stands out in the country with a new face, a new identity. The energy and confidence that the youth here have, is most visible on the football field. In the Bodo Territorial Area, the Bodoland CEM Cup is being organized. This is not just a tournament; it has become a celebration of unity and hope. More than three thousand seven hundred teams, about seventy thousand players, and even among them, a large number of our daughter's participation! These statistics tell the story of a big change in Bodoland. Bodoland is now increasingly casting its glow on the sports map of the country,' added PM Modi. The tournament has provided a platform for young talents to shine, with players like Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, Apurba Narzary, and Manbir Basumatari making their mark at the national level. 'There was a time when struggle itself was the identity of this place. Then the avenues for the youth here were limited. But today there are new dreams in their eyes and the courage of self-reliance in their hearts. The football players hailing from here are now making their mark at a high level. Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, Apurba Narzary, Manbir Basumatari - these are not just the names of football players - they are the identity of that new generation who catapulted Bodoland from the field to the national stage,' added PM Modi. Bodoland CEM Cup Football Tournament is an initiative by the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) with a commitment to leveraging sports as a vehicle for social transformation, designed to foster unity, promote peace, and nurture football talent across the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), according to the Bodoland CEM Cup official website. The tournament is organised at multiple administrative levels, including Village Council Development Committees (VCDCs), BTCLA Constituencies, Districts, and the council level, ensuring widespread participation and accessibility. The participation of girls in the tournament signifies a positive shift towards gender inclusivity in sports. The success stories of football players from Bodoland are inspiring young children to pursue their dreams in sports. 'Many of them practiced with limited resources; many forged their way through difficult circumstances, and today many young children of the country kickstart their dreams, inspired by their names. If we have to expand our capability, first of all we have to focus on our fitness and wellbeing,' said PM Modi. PM Modi linked physical fitness to success in life, encouraging citizens to prioritise their health and wellbeing, emphasising the importance of fitness and wellbeing, suggesting simple measures like reducing oil intake to combat obesity and lead a healthier life. 'By the way, friends, do you remember one of my suggestions for fitness, for reducing obesity! Reduce 10% oil in food, reduce obesity. When you'll be fit, you will be more super hit in life,' added PM Modi. (ANI)
