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Time of India
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
State eyes National Games 2028, unveils mega push for sports
Bhopal: The state has put in a formal bid to host the 2028 National Games, with CM Mohan Yadav announcing on Friday that a proposal has been sent to the Centre and the Indian Olympic Association. The event is proposed to be held between January and March 2028. Chairing a review meeting of the sports and youth welfare department, Yadav said the state was determined to emerge as a sporting powerhouse. "We will leave no stone unturned in developing sports and athletes," he said, directing officials to ensure meticulous and timely preparations. The CM highlighted that water tourism was being actively promoted in the state. He directed that visitors to Bhopal should be able to enjoy natural and real experiences of water sports at both the Upper and Lower Lakes, with all necessary amenities and arrangements in place. Yadav further announced that Bhopal would host the Asian Rowing Championship from October 14 to 19, 2025, at the Water Sports Training Centre in Khanugaon. The event is expected to attract around 450 athletes from over 22 countries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ative sua licença do antivírus agora Clique aqui Undo He directed that the Khanugaon venue be upgraded to meet international standards. This would enhance the branding of Bhopal Lake and strengthen the city's bid to host water sports in the 2036 Olympic Games. The event will also benefit water sports, tourism, and local businesses in the state. The CM also said steps should be taken to establish a sports university in Madhya Pradesh . It was informed that certificate courses in sports coaching and allied subjects are being initiated in Bhopal and proposals are being invited from private investors for the university. Besides, he also proposed showcasing traditional Indian sports like "Mallakhamb" through international demo events and suggested including games like tug of war, Indian-style archery, shooting ball, and "pithoo" in the Khelo MP Games. The CM stressed the need for coordination between the sports department and departments like school education, higher education, technical education, and tribal affairs to nurture athletic talent. He recommended integrating sports into school and college curricula and creating separate sports faculties at the college level. Adventure sports training programmes were also suggested for Omkareshwar and Pachmarhi, along with identifying more water venues across the state to benefit water tourism and local athletes. The meeting was informed that the PARTH Scheme (Police-Army Recruitment Training House) was launched to prepare youth for physical and written exams for police and army recruitment. The MP Yuva Portal and the 'Madhya Pradesh Yuva Prerak Yojana' are also in operation. There is also a scheme to appoint Vikram awardees and other national/international medalists to govt posts. The chief minister asked for a study of similar provisions in other states. Yadav further directed that special focus be given to sports like Mallakhamb and Gymnastics, including efforts to establish international-level academies for these sports as required. It was informed at the meeting that to promote sports tourism and establish Madhya Pradesh as a sports hub, an international sports complex worth Rs 985.76 crore is being developed in two phases at Nathu-Barkheda, Bhopal. In the first phase, international-level athletics, football, and hockey stadiums are being constructed. The second phase will include a multipurpose indoor complex, all-weather swimming pool, cross-country race track, and other outdoor facilities. An International Sports Science Center is also proposed within the complex. In the third phase, an international cricket stadium will be built at the same site. The meeting also noted recent achievements of MP athletes in sports: Dev Meena set a new national record in pole vault, and Samar Deep was selected for the Asian Athletics Championship 2025 (South Korea) in the shot put category. For the first time, Madhya Pradesh's men's hockey team reached the finals of the national hockey championship (Jhansi), securing second place after losing to Punjab.
NDTV
15-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
'No Excuse': Government To Roll Out Mandatory Fitness Tests For Athletes Ahead Of Major International Events
In a major policy shift aimed at enhancing performance and accountability, the government is planning to implement mandatory fitness tests for all athletes before they are cleared to represent India at major international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and the Olympics. The proposed measure comes in the wake of repeated instances where athletes, after failing to deliver expected results at high-stakes competitions, cited a lack of full fitness as a reason for their poor performance. This has raised concerns within the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports about the selection process and the overall preparedness of athletes being sent to global platforms. According to sources familiar with the matter, the government has taken serious note of the issue and is formulating a framework that would make passing a fitness test a prerequisite for participation. Strict action may also be taken against athletes who fail to comply or bypass the process. "Many athletes go to big events like the Olympics or Asian Games, and when they underperform, they say they were not 100 percent fit. This is not acceptable. The government is looking into this and will soon mandate fitness tests before any major event," sources said. The fitness evaluations will be sport-specific and conducted under the supervision of designated medical and training professionals. The initiative is being seen as a step towards building a more disciplined and performance-driven sports ecosystem in the country. The decision seems a step in the right direction as India gears up for its official bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. With the Indian sports cleaning up its act on this issue and avoiding unnecessary controversies. With continued government support, Indian is expecting to improve its medal count in the Olympic Games. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially submitted a letter expressing its intention to bid for the Summer Olympic Games in 2036. A significant improvement in its medal count in the Games of 2028 at Los Angeles and the subsequent edition of 2032 will boost the country's chances of bagging the hosting rights for 2036. Listen to the latest songs, only on
