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Rajnath Singh overwhelmed by the response of crowd in J&K

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Rajnath Singh is on a two-day tour of Jammu & Kashmir. He will be visiting the state and reviewing the situation and get first-hand feedback from the forces operating at ground zero.

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He also visited the Indoor Stadium in Srinagar’s S.K. And he was overwhelmed when he saw a crowd of 5,000 cheering and said, “he saw a new dawn emerging from the State.”

“I have seen such a spectacular scene for the first time. After witnessing such enthusiasm, I am sure J&K’s youth will rewrite the history not only of the State but the entire country. India takes pride in the achievements of the young sports stars from J&K,” he said.

The Minister felicitated eight prominent sports personalities of the State.

Rajnath Singh in Srinagar
Home Minister Rajnath Singh felicitating international kick-boxing player Tajmul Islam in Srinagar

The Chief Minister, while praising the Centre’s decision to halt operations, said this has helped in improving the environment for the youth.

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Home Minister announced upgradation of the Bakhshi and Moulana Azad stadiums, ₹30 crore for setting up sports infrastructure in 22 districts, ₹88 crore for sports facilities, and ₹ 15 lakh each for 133 blocks. He also announced an artificial football turf in Pulwama, Handwara and Srinagar to be set up at a cost of ₹15 crore.

Image Source – The Hindu

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