In a momentous occasion for the sporting landscape of Assam, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Sports Training Centre for Developing Training and Rehabilitation in Jorhat today. The centre, a high-performance sports training and rehabilitation facility, is set to be a game-changer for budding talents and athletes across the state. What makes this initiative even more remarkable is the financial support it received from Oil India Limited (OIL) and Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) under their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs.
The induction ceremony was graced by a distinguished gathering, which included prominent individuals such as Ajanta Neog, who serves as the Minister of Finance, Women & Child Development in Assam; Tapan Kumar Gogoi, a Member of Parliament representing Jorhat; Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha; Hitendra Nath Goswami, the MLA of Jorhat; Rupjyoti Kurmi, representing Mariani as an MLA; Dr. Ranjit Rath, who holds the positions of CMD at OIL and Chairman at NRL; Bhaskar Jyoti Phukan, the Managing Director of NRL; Pooja Suri, serving as an Independent Director at OIL; and Atindra Roychoudhury, holding the role of RCE at OIL.
The Centre for Developing Sports Training and Rehabilitation in Jorhat is being operated and executed under the technical expertise of none other than Olympic Gold Medalist and Ace shooter Abhinav Bindra’s Abhinav Futuristics Pvt. Ltd. This collaboration adds an invaluable layer of professional experience to the facility’s operations.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his excitement about the new sports center, emphasizing its significance for Assam’s sporting future. He applauded the support extended by OIL and NRL and underlined the transformative role that the center will play in the state’s sporting landscape. This high-performance facility is set to provide a scientific approach to address various issues related to sports, ensuring that athletes receive top-notch training and rehabilitation services.
The new center is set to be the latest addition to Assam’s high-quality sports infrastructure. It reflects the government’s commitment to nurturing and developing sports talent within the state, aiming to produce world-class athletes in various disciplines. The facility is expected to serve as a breeding ground for future champions, providing them with the necessary resources and support to excel on both the national and international stages.
The collaboration between the government, corporate entities, and the technical expertise of Abhinav Bindra’s Abhinav Futuristics Pvt. Ltd. showcases the synergy between various stakeholders in the pursuit of a common goal – enhancing Assam’s sporting potential. With this newly inaugurated center, Assam is well on its way to becoming a hub for sporting excellence and nurturing the dreams of aspiring athletes.
This initiative is a testament to the power of public-private partnerships in driving positive change and fostering talent, making Assam’s mark in the world of sports. The sports community and the people of Assam eagerly await the promising talents that will emerge from this world-class facility and take the nation’s pride to new heights.
