Sports Authority of Goa (SAG) held a meeting with various State Sports Associations on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, to discuss the schedule and budget requirements for the preparatory camp in connection with the 37th National Games, which is set to take place in Goa. The meeting was attended by office bearers of various associations and was held in consultation with the Goa Olympic Association.
The meeting was chaired by Dr. Geeta S. Nagvenkar (GCS) Jt. CEO and Executive Director, SAG, along with Dr. Sandeep Martin Warlikar, Official and Nodal Officer to the Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, and Navin Acharya, Asst. Director – Programme and Nodal Officer for the National Games. The aim of the meeting was to provide the associations with the necessary information and guidelines to prepare for the preparatory camp for the upcoming National Games.
During the meeting, Dr. Geeta S. Nagvenkar stressed the importance of the preparatory camp and the need for each association to provide a comprehensive schedule and budget requirement for the same. Dr. Sandeep Warlikar, Official and Nodal Officer to the Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, added that the government is committed to providing all necessary support and facilities to the participating athletes to ensure their optimal performance in the National Games.
Navin Acharya (Asst. Director) provided guidance and information about the various facilities that will be made available for the preparatory camp, including accommodation, food, and training facilities. He urged the associations to provide the necessary details by this week to ensure that the approvals can be obtained and camps organized in a smooth and efficient manner. Sandhya Phaldesai (Joint-Director Accounts) was also present during this meeting.
The 37th National Games, which will be held in Goa later this year, is expected to see the participation of top athletes from across the country in various disciplines. The preparatory camp will play a crucial role in ensuring that Goa’s athletes are well-prepared and ready to compete at the national-level.
