MARGAO
Sports Minister Govind Gaude on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a Rs 3.88 crore village school playground at Sao Jose de Areal in the presence of Velim MLA Cruz Silva.
While addressing a gathering on the occasion, Gaude said, "It was brought to my notice by MLA Cruz Silva that the villagers were playing on hard surface in the village. Now, a football ground would be provided to them replete with all the facilities,” Gaude said. “Once the ground is constructed, it would be ensured that best coaches from Sports Authority of Goa come here to train the players. Similarly, apt sports infrastructure would be created in every village to enable budding talent to hone their skills,” the sports minister said.
While elaborating on the initiatives of his department, Gaude said, “Apart from sprucing up infrastructure, the Khelo India model will be implemented so that sportspersons hone their skills better."
Velim MLA Silva thanked the sports minister for the support from the Sports department. Parish Priest Fr Damaciano Carvalho, ZP member Michelle Rebello and Panchayat members were also present on the occasion.
