Dehradun, 14 February (HS): The National Games, which gave a new dimension to sports in India, started in the year 1924, when the ‘Indian Olympic Games’ was organized for the first time in Delhi. It was not just a competition, but a great opportunity for Indian players to reach the international stage.
At that time there was not much awareness about sports in India, but through this event, talented players from all over the country were selected, who later got a chance to represent India in the Olympics and other international competitions.
Name changed in 1940, popularity kept increasing
The popularity of this event gradually increased and in the year 1940 when it was organized in Bombay (now Mumbai), its name was changed to ‘National Games of India’. After this, this tournament started being organized every two years, the main objective of which was to provide a platform to the best players from all over the country.
Through the National Games, excellent facilities, training and resources started being made available to the players. The government also took several important steps to make this event more effective, so that the country can get world class players.
Young athletes come from every corner of the country
Every time the National Games are organized, the whole country is filled with sports atmosphere. Young athletes from different states participate in this competition, on the basis of their performance they are selected for international games. This event is not only a platform for the players, but also a strong initiative to give wings to their dreams.
National Games gave many great Players
This event gave India many great players, who not only waved the flag of India at the national but also at the international level. The government is also constantly trying to ensure that the players get high level training and resources, so that they can perform well at the world level.
National Games became a festival of sports
This tradition, which started almost a century ago, continues with the same zeal and enthusiasm even today. It is not just a competition, but has become a grand festival of sports, in which the hopes and dreams of the whole country are attached. The government is striving to make this event continuous and effective, so that India can be taken to new heights in the field of sports.
Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar
