Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath-led Bharatiya Janata Party Government, in the span of the last five years, has made significant efforts to foster sports culture, which has enabled players of the state to perform and shine internationally.
The Government has not only worked to support athletes but also has worked to develop sports infrastructure in the state.
Taking inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolve of encouraging athletes and sports activities, the Yogi Government 2.0 has ensured encouragement and inclusiveness of women in sports.
An official communiqué released here on Sunday evening confirmed that one of the major highlights of the Yogi Government 2.0 is the State Talent Search and Development Scheme for women athletes at a cost of Rs 500 crore.
Under this scheme, a financial assistance of up to Rs 5 lakh will be provided to the selected female athletes.
It is noteworthy that during its last tenure, the Yogi government majorly contributed towards encouraging women players.
For imparting training in 16 sports in 19 districts of the state, 44 hostel facilities were arranged for around 890 players.
For 18 players who won medals in the 21st Commonwealth Games, a financial reward of nearly Rs 2.60 crore was given.
Besides, nearly 46 players who won medals in the 18th Asian Games were awarded Rs 3.90 crore.
(Agencies)
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