Grand launch of mascot for 38th National Games by CM Dhami

*Grand launch of mascot for 38th National Games by CM Dhami*

*Yoga and mallakhamb also part of national games*

*Request of Chief Minister Dhami paid off, PT Usha gave information in the launching program of the symbols*

*Uttarakhand’s power was seen in the amazing light and sound show*

*Logo, jersey, torch, anthem and tag line launched along with the mascot*

Amid the grandeur of the mascot ceremony of the 38th National Games, two traditional sports like yoga and mallakhamb also became a part of the national game. The Indian Olympic Association accepted the request of Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami. In the grand mascot ceremony held on Sunday, Indian Olympic Association President Dr. PT Usha made this information public. On this occasion, the Chief Minister launched the mascot symbol Mauli, logo, jersey, anthem and tag line of the 38th National Games. The tag line for the National Games has been declared from Sankalp to Shikhar.

In the program organized at Maharana Pratap Sports College, Raipur, Dehradun on Sunday, the Chief Minister said that today is a historic day in the sports history of Uttarakhand. He thanked Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on behalf of the people of Uttarakhand for giving the opportunity to host the National Games.

The Chief Minister said that the beautiful logo of the National Games displays the diverse colors of Uttarakhand to the entire country. This anthem, along with displaying our unity, inspires the players to work harder. The mascot of the National Games, Monal, along with displaying the uniqueness of our state, also inspires young players to work hard by keeping big goals in front. And the logo is inspired by our state bird Monal, which will take the colors of the natural beauty and diversity of Uttarakhand to every corner of India. The beautiful torch of the National Games has been lit, which will travel across the state as a symbol of unity and collective effort in the country and will help in developing sports spirit and sports culture in the society.

As the chief guest, the Chief Minister said that our resolution should be without any option. Only with resolution can we achieve any goal. The Chief Minister said that the state is now fully prepared for the successful organization of the 38th National Games. For this event, the state government has made a provision of about Rs 500 crore in infrastructure facilities, due to which many new sports grounds are being constructed in the state, reconstruction of stadiums and swimming pools, infrastructure for water sports, cycling tracks, shooting ranges are being developed.

The Chief Minister said that the state government is also constructing small sports stadiums in hilly areas. Due to which local players are also getting an opportunity to showcase their talent. The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, innovative efforts have been made at every level to establish India as a sports superpower. A strong sports ecosystem has been developed with Fit India, Khelo India Yojana. He said that the state government is constantly working to encourage sports and players in the state. By implementing a new sports policy in the state, players who bring medals at the national and international level are being given government jobs.

In his address, the Chief Minister reiterated the re-implementation of four percent reservation for players, doubling the prize money given to the players of the state and the construction of a sports university. He said that he hoped that all the players of the country participating in the National Games would take good experience from Uttarakhand.

On this occasion, Union Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse said that the players of the country are performing well in international competitions today. The players of Uttarakhand are bringing laurels to the country and the state. He said that the Central Government will give full support to Uttarakhand in sports development. He said that the Central Government is trying to organize the Olympics in India. A video message of Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya was also broadcast on this occasion.

Indian Olympic Association President Dr PT Usha congratulated Uttarakhand for hosting the National Games. Praising the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, she expressed hope that better work will be done in Uttarakhand in the development of sports.

Uttarakhand Sports Minister Smt. Rekha Arya said that organizing the National Games in the silver jubilee year of Uttarakhand is very encouraging.

Cabinet Minister Shri Satpal Maharaj, MLA Shri Umesh Sharma Kau, Smt. Sunaina Kumari, State Olympic Association President Shri Mahesh Negi, Special Principal Secretary Sports Amit Sinha, Secretary Shri Shailesh Bagoli, Sports Director Shri Prashant Arya and many other dignitaries were present in the program. The program was conducted by Mr. RJ Kavya.