HAFLONG: State Power, Sports & Youth Affairs, etc. Nandita Gorlosa ceremonially distributed cheques to the beneficiaries for medical assistance received under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund; gym and sports equipment under the Directorate of Sports & Youth Welfare, and cotton yarn under the MLALADS fund for the year 2022-23, at the District Library Auditorium Haflong on Wednesday.
The ceremonial distribution was attended by Executive Members of DHAC, Nojit Kemprai, Biswajit Daulagupu, Nepolal Hojai, Principal Secretary Thai Tsho Daulagupu, MACs of DHAC, SHGs members, students, and the general public.
Speaking on the occasion, minister Nandita Gorlosa stated that in the Dima district in the last two years, there has been an increase in cancer rates. Therefore, everyone should take care of their health and have a well-balanced diet and medical check-ups.
Encouraging the youths of Dima Hasao, the minister further said that to improve in the field of sports there will be a sports academy in the Dima Hasao district. For the sportsperson, she also informed that the Assam Government will organize the ‘Khel Maharan’ from November 1, 2023 to identify and nurture sports talents at the grassroots level.
The competitions will be organized in five disciplines, namely athletics, football, kabaddi, volleyball, and kho-kho. Four age categories have also been announced, including Under 19 (Men), Under 19, (Women), Above 19 (Men), and Above 19 (Women).
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