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Odisha state government rocketed its sports budget to Rs 602 crore in the 2022-23 annual budget. It was presented in the state assembly on Wednesday. It will enhance in the long run working for the development of the sports sector in the state.
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The government is investing in transforming the sports landscape from the grassroots right to the elite level: Tusharkanti Behera
Odisha Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera said that the state government’s aim is similar to our country's vision. They aim to be one of the top 10 countries in sports. The minister said, "It was Rs 405 crore in 2021-22 state budget. Under this budget, Rs 411 crore will be provided for the development of sports infrastructure which reflects the state government’s commitment to promoting and developing sports. The government is investing in transforming the sports landscape from the grassroots right to the elite level."
He further added, "The key sports infrastructure kitty includes the Birsa Munda International hockey Stadium that is ongoing at Rourkela and will be ready by later this year to host the Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023. In addition, the Kalinga Stadium Expansion Project and the 89 multi-purpose indoor halls will bring about a wave of change in sports training and development of a holistic ecosystem in Odisha."
He concluded, "These investments in sports will ensure that our progress over the last year is unhindered. Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics have brought about a paradigm shift in the way people perceive sports. And we have accounted for many programs, competitions, and initiatives in this direction within this budget to empower our sportspersons."
Rs 411 crore is allotted for infrastructural development. Rs 115 crore will be provided for the promotion and enhancement of sports education. And Rs 11 crore is there for Odhisa's support to Khelo India. Lastly, the administrative expenditures will use the remaining amount.