Sports Infrastructure

CM Mann Announces 13,000 Ultra-Modern Stadiums to Transform Punjab’s Sporting Landscape and Combat Drug Menace

CM Mann Announces 13,000 Ultra-Modern Stadiums to Transform Punjab’s Sporting Landscape and Combat Drug Menace

Chandigarh, July 13, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday unveiled an ambitious plan to construct ultra-modern sports stadiums in every village of the state, a sweeping initiative aimed at fostering a vibrant sports culture and steering youth away from drug addiction.Speaking at his official residence, Mann revealed that construction has already begun on 3,083 stadiums in the first phase, as part of a larger mission to build around 13,000 such facilities across Punjab. “Idle hands are the devil’s workshop. We want to channel the immense energy of our youth into sports and positive pursuits,” Mann said,…
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Punjab Budget 2025-26: Record ₹979 Crore Allocation to Boost Sports Culture

Punjab Budget 2025-26: Record ₹979 Crore Allocation to Boost Sports Culture

Chandigarh, March 26, 2025: In a historic move, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema has announced a record ₹979 crore allocation for the sports sector in the 2025-26 budget. This is the highest-ever budgetary support for sports in the state, signaling the government's intent to revitalize Punjab’s sporting culture and infrastructure.The substantial funding is expected to enhance training facilities, upgrade stadiums, and support young athletes. With Punjab known for producing top-tier talent in hockey, wrestling, and athletics, this investment could provide much-needed resources to elevate sports at both grassroots and professional levels.Experts believe that this move could also help tackle Punjab’s…
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