Srinagar, August 5: LG Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha said that Goverment to establish 40 Khelo -India Centers in all districts of JKUT to give fuurther impetus to supporting culture.
LG announced Rs 5 lakh cash award for Rakesh Kumar, Archer from Katra, Reasi who has qualified for Tokyo Paralympics, scheduled to be held from 24th August 2021. Likewise, Rs 2 lakh cash award for our renowned Rifle Shooter, Chain Singh from Doda.
He further said that 22 coaches already appointed to train & mentor the next generation of ports persons.
Further under PMDP, 44 Coaches & 22 Instructors will be recruited in different disciplines.
With Rs 513 crore allocated budget, the Department of Youth Services & Sports shall continue providing sustained handholding to the young budding sportspersons of the UT & lay a solid platform for them to display their talent at higher levels.
Principal Secretary YSS Alok Kumar and Secretray Sports Council J&K Nuzhat Gul were there on occasion.
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