In Ranchi, former captain of the Indian football team and internationally acclaimed player Bhaichung Bhutia paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Hemant Soren at the Chief Minister’s residential office on Saturday. During the meeting, a detailed discussion took place between the two regarding the development of sports, especially football, in Jharkhand, providing better training to players, and strengthening sports infrastructure. Chief Minister Hemant Soren stated that under the government’s sports policy, scholarships, employment, better coaching, and modern resources are being provided to the players. Special schemes are also being formulated for popular sports like football to identify talents from the rural level and promote them. Mr. Bhutia offered his suggestions to the Chief Minister regarding the promotion of sports, especially football, and the development of players’ talent in Jharkhand. He expressed that there is no shortage of sports talent in Jharkhand, and national and international level players are being prepared from here. Welcoming Mr. Bhutia, the Chief Minister said that the state government is committed to the overall development of sports. He mentioned that football is a very popular sport among the youth of Jharkhand, and the government is continuously striving to strengthen its infrastructure and provide better training and opportunities to the players. The Chief Minister added that the guidance and experience of veteran players like Bhaichung Bhutia will give a new direction to the players of Jharkhand. He expressed confidence that this will boost the morale and enthusiasm of the young players in the state. The Chief Minister concluded that “Jharkhand has immense potential for sports. The government is committed to providing opportunities and facilities to the players at every level.”
