Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami felicitates cycling champions at 38th National Game

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami honored cycling champions at the Sports Stadium velodrome in Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar, recognizing their outstanding achievements at the 38th National Games.

He presented medals to the winners and congratulated them for their dedication and success.

On Thursday, CM Dhami attended the track cycling competition at the Shivalik Velodrome within the Manoj Sarkar Sports Stadium, where he observed the event from the gallery and interacted with the athletes.

Later, he awarded medals and a traditional Pahadi cap to the winners of the men's 4000-metre team pursuit event. The gold medal was secured by the Services Sports Control Board, Punjab claimed the silver, and Rajasthan took home the bronze.

Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun on January 28.

"About 20,000 people are contributing directly and indirectly to the smooth conduct of this prestigious national event," he stated.

He also emphasized his active involvement in monitoring the games, personally visiting venues and ensuring that officials provide athletes with the best possible facilities.

CM Dhami expressed pride in the improving performance of Uttarakhand’s athletes, who have won 33 medals so far across various sports. He noted that visiting athletes have praised the world-class velodrome and infrastructure.

"Multi-purpose sports halls have been built in several parts of the state. The Malkhamb competition will take place in Chakarpur, Khatima, while the rafting competition is scheduled in Tanakpur. In total, sports competitions are being held at 11 different locations across Uttarakhand," he added.

He further stated that hosting the National Games in Uttarakhand will serve as a motivation for young athletes, encouraging them to pursue sports as a career. "These games were inaugurated by the Prime Minister and will conclude with the presence of Home Minister Shri Amit Shah in Haldwani on February 14," he said.

Later, the Chief Minister visited the 46th Battalion PAC, where he formally inaugurated the shotgun and skeet shooting competition by cutting the ribbon and performing a puja ceremony.