| Advisor Kumar interacts with sportspersons, visits Manda Deer Park | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Dec 19: Advisor to Governor, K Vijay Kumar interacted with the sports persons of the Forest Department and its allied wings during his visit to the office of Chief Wildlife Warden, here today. These sportspersons are the part of the contingent representing the State Forest department in 24th All India Forests Sports Meet - 2019 from January 09-13th at Raipur in Chhattisgarh.
The Advisor was briefed regarding the contingent and the games in which these sportspersons are participating. It was told that the players are taking part in group as well individual games including cricket, football, badminton, table tennis, lawn tennis, swimming, billiards, snooker, shooting etc during 5 day long national level sports meet.
While interacting with the sportspersons, the Advisor enquired about the selection/training process, facilities they have been provided, their past performances and other issues need to be resolved for ensuring better performance in the future.
The sportspersons during interaction session raised the issue of monetary benefits to the sportspersons performed exceptionally well and have won medals in national and international sports events. They also requested for out of turn promotion to such player for boosting their morale.
The Advisor while addressing the sportspersons assured them that every possible step would be taken to felicitate such sportspersons. He asked Commissioner Secretary Forests to look into the issue and come up with a workable plan.
The Advisor asked the department to provide sports kits including uniform and other accessories to the members of the contingent. He gives best wishes to the sports persons and expressed hope that they will do well in the games and bring more medals for the state this year.
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