'BCCI will provide all kinds of support for development of cricket in Tripura'
The BCCI will extend all kinds of support for the development of Cricket in Tripura, said Indian Premier League (IPL) Chairman Arun Singh Dhumal while speaking at the felicitation and award ceremony organized by Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) in Agartala on Saturday.
In his inaugural speech, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha highlighted the crucial need for comprehensive training of sports talents to unlock their full potential.
There is no dearth of talent in sports here in Tripura. We are steadily improving infrastructure to support these talents, and with the right training, they will undoubtedly achieve great success and bring pride to the state, Dr. Saha remarked.
He emphasized the role of rigorous practice and physical fitness in the success of players, suggesting the integration of Yoga and elements of gymnastics into their training routines to boost overall performance.
He encouraged the association's officials to aim for national and international recognition, saying that developing the sports sector should be their primary focus.
Dr. Saha also highlighted the state's ongoing efforts to enhance sports infrastructure. He pointed to the development of an international-standard stadium at Narsinghgarh, which, despite facing some logistical challenges, is progressing.
He acknowledged the limited space for vehicle movement as a key issue and shared that directions had been given to the District Magistrate and relevant authorities to resolve the matter.
If required, additional land would be acquired to facilitate proper arrangements around the stadium, he said.
The event saw the participation of Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Tinku Roy, former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar, IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal, and TCA president Tapan Lodh.
At the event, Sports Minister Tinku Roy said that although Tripura is a small state, it has earned a reputation in various sports. Under the guidance of the Prime Minister, the state government is working diligently to improve the sports infrastructure of the state.
Apart from assuring BCCI support for Tripura cricket, Arun Singh Dhumal emphasized the importance of rigorous practice for boys and girls to succeed in any sport. He also stressed the need to foster a sporting mindset among children alongside their studies.
Former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar, during his speech, expressed the possibility of hosting international cricket matches in Tripura in the future.
The president of the Tripura Cricket Association, Tapan Lodh also spoke at the event.
The Chief Minister, along with other guests, presented various awards to sports personnel including former cricketers, organizers, best male cricketer, best female cricketer, stipend holders, ground workers, best umpire, best scorer, and contributions in coaching. Clubs that have achieved success in various TCA tournaments for four long years were also awarded at this event. TCA president Tapan Lodh thanked everyone involved as the mega event of award distribution and felicitation was completed.
(Tripura, Tripura News)
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