The importance of sports in human life has always been and always will be. At the same time, physical and mental play is very important for the all-round development of children. It has been seen that nowadays boys and girls have increased inclination towards new sports. Nowadays, small children are seen playing sports like skating, cricket, judo-karate, Vishu etc. in the streets. Apart from this, there is also a lot of interest of children towards electronic games on mobile phones. Traditional games have always been of special importance in Chhattisgarh state including the whole of India, but today’s new generation is constantly moving away from traditional sports. They do not understand that every type of sport is deeply linked with physical, mental, psychological and intellectual health. Playing sports regularly is very helpful in the development of our mental skills. It works to bring inspiration, courage, discipline and concentration in us. Most of the states of the country play their traditional games like Gilli-Danda, Kanche, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Sitauliya, Mardadi, Bhaura etc. Were. But in the modern environment, the age gap is being made. Second, the lack of playgrounds is also the reason for this. Now most of the schools lack playground, the same parents also provide facilities to play sports according to the interest of the children. Due to which the traditional games are constantly lagging behind and getting away from the children. We all remember that when we were little we all played our own traditional games. But how many traditional games do our children play or know? Sadly, in today’s era, children are constantly glued to television, mobiles and electronic gadgets. Children are playing with their health in the race to become progressive and modern. Forgetting the importance of sport. Today’s children play games only on mobiles, laptops and video games. But it is necessary to know the importance of sports with the increasing growth of children. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel understood this very well in time and paid attention to it by showing farsightedness. With the aim of making the new generation aware of the traditional sports of Chhattisgarh which is becoming the grass of the times in the modern environment, Chhattisgarhia Olympic event has been started. For the first time in Chhattisgarh, there is tremendous enthusiasm in the whole of Chhattisgarh for the traditional games and sports competitions. Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel inaugurated the event by playing Gilli Danda in Chhattisgarhia Olympics in Bastar and encouraged the players. With this the Olympic Games competition started. Traditional games like Gilli Danda, Pitthul, Sankhali, Langdi Daud, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Rossaksi and Banti Kancha have been included in Chhattisgarhia Olympic competition. In this, female and male participants up to 18 years, 18 to 40 and above 40 years of age will be able to participate. Whereas these traditional games are very cheap from the economic point of view. Modern day games are not only very expensive, but the parents of children playing western games are finding these games costly financially as well. Because to play skating, cricket, judo-karate sports safely, it is necessary to buy many equipment and clothes. Which has to be bought by paying a very expensive price. Swami Vivekananda also told the youth of the country – “My young friends. Be strong This is my advice to you. The youth should play football.” It is clear from this statement that the residence of a healthy mind is possible only in a healthy body and sports are essential to make the body healthy and strong. Psychologists believe that human interest in sports is natural. This is the reason why children take more interest in sports. When we were little, we have all or some of the Indian traditional games. But, how many traditional games of India do our children play or know? Sadly, in today’s age children are constantly glued to television and electronic gadgets. Bati (Kancha) The origin of the game glass can be traced back to the early days of mankind. This game sharpens concentration and presence of mind in children but also improves aim and focus. Playing the same gilli danda improves hand-eye coordination. It sharpens decision making skills. Sport is a physical activity, which has different names according to the manner in which it is played. Sports are liked by almost all children, whether they are girls or boys. Generally, many arguments are given by people about the benefits and importance of sports and yes, every type of sport is physical, mental, psychological and intellectual. Deeply linked with health. It helps in maintaining the physical and mental health of a person. Playing sports regularly is very helpful in the development of our mental skills. It also improves the psychological skills of a person. It serves to bring inspiration, courage, discipline and concentration in us. Playing and participating in sports in schools has been made necessary for the welfare of the students. Sports is a competitive activity governed by a variety of rules. Let us tell you that Chhattisgarh Olympics started from 06 October in Mahasamund district including the whole of Chhattisgarh. This event is being organized in 6 phases. The age group up to 18, 18 to 40 and above 40 age group can participate. The first phase was held from 6 October to 11 October at the Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club level. The second zone bar will be a zone consisting of eight clubs. It will take place from October 15 to October 20. Competitions are being organized in Chhattisgarhia Olympics in 14 traditional sports disciplines of Chhattisgarh. The first level competitions were held from 06 October to 11 October at Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club level. After this, competitions will be organized at the zone level from October 15 to October 20, at the development block / urban cluster level from October 27 to November 10. The fourth and final level in the district will be held at the district level from November 17 to November 26. After this, the winners here will participate in the Chhattisgarhia Olympics held from December 05 to December 14 at the divisional level. The sixth level Chhattisgarhia Olympics at the state level will be played from 28 December 2022 to 06 January 2023. Like this:Like Loading… Continue Reading