Players who perform better in state level competition will get direct entry in national games

• 16 Dec 2023

Why in News?

In the meeting held on December 14, 2023 regarding the state level competition, Special Principal Secretary Amit Sinha said that the players who perform excellently in the state level competition to be held before the National Games in the state next year will get direct entry in the National Games. Whether they are affiliated with any association or not.

Key Points:

• Special Principal Secretary Amit Sinha said that as per the rules, players will get a chance to participate in state level competitions through the Federation. If a player performs brilliantly, he will get direct entry into the national games.
• Those who are champions will get a chance in the state level competition to be held before the National Games. Along with this, players who perform better in the state level competition will be selected.
• Players who have stood first, second, third & fourth in various competitions will also be selected and given an opportunity to play.
• The Special Principal Secretary said that Uttarakhand is hosting the National Games, in view of which any player from the state who plays better will be able to participate in the competition.
• According to department officials, the State Olympic Games will be held in January and February. These games will be organised in various districts including Dehradun. Players will be selected on this basis.