Mithali Raj inaugurates 37th All India GSI Indoor Games-2024 in Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: The 37th All India GSI Indoor Games-2024 was declared open in a dazzling ceremony at V-Sports Academy, Hyderabad by Padmashri, Mithali Raj.
The two days event was scheduled to be organised during 30-31st January’ 2024 by the Regional Sports Council, Southern Region, Hyderabad under the chairmanship and guidance of Venkateswara Rao, ADG & HOD, GSI, SR and President Regioanl Sports Council, SR, Hyderabad.
The game will host more than 150 participants from different regions and Central Headquarters of GSI contesting across different disciplines under five indoor sports viz; Carrom, Badminton, Table Tennis, Chess and Bridge.
During the inauguration, Mithali Raj emphasized the pivotal role of sports in shaping lives, promoting health, fitness, and an active lifestyle. She underscored the values of discipline, dedication, and commitment, essential for success in life.
Mithali Raj also took a moment to felicitate Surabhi Bharadwaj, an Indian rifle shooter and daughter of Lavanya, an employee of GSI, SR, Hyderabad.
Ch Venkateswara Rao, ADG & HOD, GSI, SR, acknowledged Mithali Raj’s gracious presence and encouraged participants to maintain a healthy and cordial spirit throughout the games, fostering sportsmanship. He told that besides promoting physical health and mental well-being, sports also assist us for fostering our character development and social cohesion.
The event was conducted under the supervision of the organising committee comprising Sanjay Chowdhary, SE, GSI, SR, convener, A Srinivasu, SE, co-convener, S.P. Bhutia, Director, co-convener and M.L.Dora, Director & Secretary, RSC,SR, Hyderabad and other officials of GSI,SR, Hyderabad.