Chandigarh, Feb 11: Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann met with Dr. Pushpinder Singh Gill, Vice Chancellor of Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University, on Wednesday to outline a strategic transformation of the state’s athletic landscape. The meeting, held at the Chief Minister’s office in Chandigarh, focused on identifying young talent and modernizing training methodologies to restore Punjab’s status as a premier sports powerhouse.
During the discussion, the Chief Minister noted that sports serve as a vital tool for social discipline and progress. He mentioned that increasing youth participation in athletic activities is a key strategy for channelizing energy toward positive goals and protecting the younger generation from negative societal influences. Mann urged the Vice Chancellor to focus on strengthening the grassroots structure to ensure a steady pipeline of future champions.
“The Chief Minister emphasized the pivotal role that sports can play in shaping a progressive and disciplined society,” an official spokesperson mentioned. He noted that the government is prepared to provide comprehensive support for developing scientific coaching methods and high-tech infrastructure across the state.
Dr. Gill expressed his commitment to the new assignment, stating that he views the responsibility as both an honor and a significant challenge. He mentioned that the university will work in close alignment with state policies to create a performance-driven culture. He further noted that he would leave no stone unturned in fulfilling the shared vision of producing athletes capable of excelling on international platforms.
