Aam Aadmi Party leader Anurag Dhanda has highlighted the development of more than 3,000 sports grounds across Punjab, describing the initiative as a major achievement of the Bhagwant Mann-led government.
Over 3,000 Sports Grounds in Punjab Highlighted as Key Step
In a social media post, Dhanda shared an image capturing an evening in a Punjab village and said the growing availability of sports facilities is encouraging young people to move away from drugs and return to playing fields.
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Dhanda credited the state government with creating a stronger sporting environment in rural Punjab, arguing that access to modern playgrounds can provide young people with healthier recreational and career opportunities.
The initiative comes amid continued concerns over drug abuse in Punjab, particularly among young people. Supporters of increased investment in sports infrastructure say that well-maintained playgrounds and greater access to organized sports can help promote physical activity and community participation.
The development of thousands of sports grounds is therefore being positioned by the government and its supporters as part of a broader effort to strengthen grassroots sports while encouraging healthier lifestyles among the state’s youth.
The remarks also underline the political significance of rural sports infrastructure, with the Punjab government presenting investment in village-level facilities as an important component of its development agenda.
