Srinagar, August 21 (KNS): Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, on Thursday said that efforts are being made to make Srinagar’s Dal Lake the capital for water sports activities.
Talking to the media here in Srinagar, she said that just as Jammu and Kashmir has become the capital of winter sports activities, the effort is to make Dal Lake the capital of water sports.
She said that these events should not remain limited only to our country but should reach the international level.
“Since our Honorable Prime Minister, through the Sports Policy, wants sports culture to reach every corner of the nation, we can also promote sports tourism here in Jammu and Kashmir, as this place is already famous for its beauty and nature,” she said.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
She further added that by organizing international-level events here, a big boost can be given to sports tourism, which will encourage the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to move forward and provide them with motivation.
“At the same time, it will send a strong message across the country, showcase the potential of this region, and contribute to the progress of our nation,” she said. (KNS)