Physical exercise important for healthy body, mind, says Tripura CM
Agartala, Jul 24, 2023, TRIPURA TIMES Desk
Agartala, July 24: Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Monday said that the physical exercise and sports activities are important to keep the body and mind healthy.
With this view, the present state government has been working with a special focus on infrastructure development so that the people can involve themselves with sports and physical exercise including gym and stay fit, the Chief Minister said after inaugurating an Open Gym facility set up by Agartala Municipal Corporation at Ramnagar Road No- 1 (first crossing) under the ward no-16 on Monday.
He expressed his government's commitment towards comprehensive development of sports infrastructure in the state.
Dr. Saha said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi always urges people to regularly practice Yoga. Due to his appeal, the entire country celebrates 21st of June as International Yoga Day.
“Not only India but the Prime Minister thinks about the entire world. Yoga is not just an exercise but also a philosophy and tradition of India. If our health is not good, then positive thinking and doing positive work are not possible,” the Chief Minister said.
He further informed that the state government has also allocated funds for the ‘Mukhyamantri Sports Development Scheme’ to provide scholarships to sports persons.
“We have already set up 4 synthetic turf football grounds in the state. Our government is working to develop sports in the state, and there is no other alternative to sports. We can develop ourselves physically and mentally through sports. If we work hard and practice regularly, we can achieve our goals, breaking all hurdles. Our government is trying to address all the basic needs of the people, but it is not possible alone, and everyone should come forward to change society,” added the Chief Minister.