Raipur. The All India Forest Sports Competition, hosted by Chhattisgarh at Swami Vivekananda Athletic Stadium, Kota in the capital Raipur, started with a march by players from different states in traditional costumes and costumes. On the occasion of the inauguration of the competition, Union Forest Minister Bhupendra Yadav said in his virtual greeting message that forest workers play an important role in the conservation of forests. A large number of forest force employees participate in the All India Forest Sports Competition. For this, it is important for the forest workers to remain physically fit. Sports have special importance for forest workers, sports help in working with concentration, courage and team spirit. I hope that all the players will give their excellent performance in this competition by playing in the spirit of the game. On this occasion, he wished and congratulated all the players.
Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, while welcoming the players from different states of the country in the land of Mata Kaushalya, said that the hard work of the Forest Department for this event is praiseworthy. All India Forest Sports Competition was started in the year 1992. Gradually its popularity increased. In this game, players not only from Kashmir to Kanyakumari but also from the Union Territory are participating in the competition. Our country India is a country of diversity, this stadium of the capital Raipur is seen as a mini India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken many steps for the development of sports and players in the country. The government of Chhattisgarh is committed to the development of sports and players. The morale of the players of Chhattisgarh has increased due to the efforts being made by the government. From forest guards to department officials, the players who are participating will play an important role in the conservation of forests and wild animals.
Bihar Forest Minister Dr. Prem Kumar said that we have to come forward to bring awareness and conservation of forests and wild animals. The All India Forest Sports Competition was started from Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. This time this event is being held in Chhattisgarh, which is rich in natural mineral wealth. Dr. Kumar congratulated and wished all the players.
Chhattisgarh Forest and Climate Change Minister Kedar Kashyap said that Chhattisgarh had secured first place in the All India Forest Sports Competition organized in Haryana in the year 2023. The government of Chhattisgarh is not only promoting sports talents but also honoring them. Chhattisgarh has 44 percent forest, which ranks third in the whole of India. On this occasion, he said that this five-day long event is based on the conservation of forests. All India Forest Sports Competition is being organized in Chhattisgarh for the third time. He inspired the players present in the stadium as well as the public present in the stadium to conserve trees and wildlife. It is not only the government’s job to make the coming generation aware but it is the moral responsibility of everyone.
Indian International T-20 captain Surya Kumar Yadav made his point based on Jai Johar’s address. He appreciated the efforts being made to conserve forests in Chhattisgarh and said that there is greenery all around in Chhattisgarh. He said that discipline is important in the career of players. He congratulated the event, praising the state government for keeping the forests green for the coming generations and promoting sports.
It is noteworthy that after four years, in the 27th All India Forest Sports Meet hosted by Chhattisgarh, there will be competitions in 300 disciplines of 26 sports. This competition will be held from 16th to 20th October in 16 different playing fields of the capital. 2920 players from across the country will participate in it. Which includes 2331 male and 585 female players. 268 players from host Chhattisgarh will present their claim for the overall championship for the 12th time. Our team has won the overall championship title 11 times so far. Before the start of the competition, in the march performed by the players from different states, Chhattisgarh stood first, Himachal Pradesh stood second and Tamil Nadu, Assam and Gujarat stood third and teams from Assam and Gujarat were awarded consolation prizes.
On this occasion, Deputy Chief Ministers Arun Sao and Vijay Sharma, Food Minister Dayaldas Baghel, Industry and Labor Minister Lakhan Lal Dewangan, Revenue Minister Tankaram Verma, senior public representative Ram Prasad, MLAs Rajesh Munat, Motilal Sahu, Padmanuj Sharma, Secretary (Forest), Government of India. Leena Nandan, Director General of Forests, Government of India Jitendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary (Forest) Richa Sharma, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief of Forest Force V. A large number of players and common people were present including Srinivas Rao, Chief Conservator of Forests and Nodal Officer of the competition Shalini Raina.
Chief Minister honored Indian T20 cricket team captain Surya Kumar Yadav
Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai today honored Indian T20 cricket team captain Surya Kumar Yadav, who came as a special guest at the 27th Forest Sports Festival organized in the capital Raipur. The Chief Minister congratulated Yadav by presenting him a traditional shawl and quince of Chhattisgarh and wished him all the best for his future.
The Chief Minister said that players like Surya Kumar Yadav are a source of inspiration for the youth and their sports skills have increased India’s prestige at the international level. He appreciated Yadav’s sporting spirit and his achievements. On this occasion, Surya Kumar Yadav praised the sports lovers and players of Chhattisgarh and praised the progress in the field of sports in the state.