Raksha Khadse, the Maharashtra Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, visited the Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Kolkata on 15 September 2024. The visit aimed to assess the current state of training facilities and support systems available to athletes. During the inspection, the minister toured gymnasiums, track and field areas, and medical bays. She observed the quality of equipment, maintenance standards and the availability of coaching staff. The discussion focused on enhancing athlete development through improved nutrition plans, physiotherapy services and talent‑identification mechanisms. Khadse urged SAI officials to adopt best practices to boost athlete performance. The visit is part of a broader initiative to strengthen India’s sports infrastructure and support systems. Officials pledged to implement recommendations arising from the inspection.
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Maharashtra Sports Minister Visits SAI Kolkata, Examines Athlete Support
On 15 September 2024, Maharashtra Sports Minister Raksha Khadse travelled to Kolkata to inspect the Sports Authority of India centre. The minister reviewed training infrastructure, coaching facilities, and medical support for athletes. She highlighted the need for better nutrition, physiotherapy and talent‑identification programmes. Officials welcomed the scrutiny as a step toward strengthening India’s sports ecosystem and pledged to address identified gaps.
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