Sonipat (Haryana) [India], September 28 (HBTV): Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar, inaugurated and dedicated the world-class Naveen Jindal Sports Academy at O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) to the nation. The event was attended by sporting luminaries, medal winners, and athletes from Haryana, along with distinguished guests from the state.
Chancellor Naveen Jindal welcomed the Minister and the guests, including Haryana’s Arjuna, Bhim, Dronacharya, and Dhyan Chand awardees.
In his inaugural address, Khattar said, ‘I am delighted to dedicate the Naveen Jindal Sports Academy to the nation as Haryana is the land of sports. The Academy, with its world-class facilities, has been designed to nurture the champions of tomorrow. Haryana has consistently produced sportspersons who bring laurels on the global stage, and JGU adds a powerful new chapter to that legacy. The National Sports Policy 2025 is reshaping India’s sporting landscape. This Academy reflects a vision where infrastructure, talent, and opportunity converge, inspiring a new generation to embrace sports. Sports teach humility, discipline, dedication, and hard work, which will strengthen students at JGU.’
Chancellor Naveen Jindal highlighted the importance of sports in holistic education and credited his father, the late O.P. Jindal, for inspiring the creation of a world-class university. ‘JGU provides a global learning experience, from teaching to hostels, dining, health, and sports. It is a not-for-profit institution, as education is the greatest contribution we can make for social development. Every student should have access to sports as it energizes and motivates them. Haryana produces the highest number of medal winners in the country,’ he said.
The Chancellor also announced plans to develop 50 elite sportspersons who will represent India internationally, aiming to inspire more students to pursue sports at a high level.
(ANI)