Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini distributes ₹24 crore prize money to 417 National Games athletes, highlights Haryana as a sports powerhouse, and promotes youth talent through Chief Minister’s Cup and advanced sports infrastructure.
In a grand celebration of sporting excellence, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday inaugurated the Chief Minister’s Cup at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Gurugram, and distributed ₹24 crore prize money among 417 medal winners and participants of the 38th National Games.
Addressing the gathering, CM Nayab Singh Saini said, “The objective of the Haryana government is that no talented sportsperson should lag behind due to lack of resources. Haryana’s athletes have proven their mettle on the national stage, and the state has now become a true sports powerhouse.”
Haryana Shines in 38th National Games
A total of 689 players from Haryana participated across 33 sports disciplines in the 38th National Games held in Uttarakhand, winning 153 medals, including 48 gold, 47 silver, and 58 bronze. The government has announced incentive awards of ₹7 lakh for gold, ₹5 lakh for silver, and ₹3 lakh for bronze medalists, while participants received ₹51,000 each as encouragement.
CM Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that Haryana is no longer just a land of farmers and soldiers but has earned a nationwide identity as a hub for sports, contributing significantly to the country’s medal tally at national and international events. He also honored Padma Shri awardee hockey player Savita Punia, recognizing her achievements and contribution to Indian sports.
Chief Minister’s Cup: Promoting Talent Across the State
The Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s Cup sees participation from 3,600 players in six sports competitions over three days. Winners of the tournament will receive ₹1 lakh for gold, ₹70,000 for silver, and ₹50,000 for bronze. CM Saini emphasized that the event reflects the government’s vision of identifying and nurturing sports talent from every village and city in Haryana. Wrestlers, boxers, athletes, shooters, hockey players, and many others are expected to bring laurels to the country through this initiative.
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Haryana’s Sports Infrastructure: A Model for Excellence
Over the past 11 years, Haryana has invested ₹989 crore in sports infrastructure, with the sports budget increasing from ₹275 crore in 2014-15 to ₹602 crore in the current financial year. The state now boasts a sports university in Rai, Sonepat, three state-level sports complexes, 21 district stadiums, 25 sub-division stadiums, 163 Rajiv Gandhi Rural Sports Complexes, 245 rural stadiums, and 382 indoor gyms. Additionally, Haryana has 10 swimming pools, 11 synthetic athletics tracks, 14 hockey astro turfs, two synthetic football fields, and nine multipurpose halls. 16 district-level facilitation centers have also been established at a cost of ₹3 crore.
Currently, 1,472 sports nurseries are operational, training over 37,000 children. Young athletes receive financial assistance of ₹1,500 per month (age 8–14 years) and ₹2,000 per month (age 15–19 years) to support their development.
Public Service and Gurugram Development
Apart from sports, CM Nayab Singh Saini emphasized public service and administrative efficiency. Presiding over the District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Gurugram, he instructed officers to prioritize citizens’ issues with full responsibility, ensuring timely resolution. Out of 17 complaints presented, 12 were resolved immediately, while five cases remain pending for the next review. CM Saini stressed continuous monitoring and accountability to maintain development momentum in Gurugram.
Haryana’s commitment to sports, youth development, and public welfare is steadily establishing the state as a model for excellence in both athletic achievements and governance.
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