Opportunity for Government Service for Outstanding Players: Chhattisgarh Olympic Association Welcomes Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai's Decision

Opportunity for government service for excellent players: The Chhattisgarh Olympic Association welcomed the decision of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai. The association expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for his gracious meeting to encourage sporting talents. Raypur, July 10, 2026 – Today, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai received a gracious meeting at his residence office by officials of the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association led by General Secretary Shri Vikram Singh Sisodia. During the meeting, they thanked the Chief Minister for the important decisions taken by the state government in the interest of outstanding players. The officials particularly welcomed the state government's decision to declare 156 players from 20 different sports as excellent players and to provide them an opportunity to benefit from government service, saying this will boost players' morale and strengthen youth interest in sports in the state. They described it as a historic step towards honoring sporting talents and a bright future. The Chief Minister said the state government is continuously working to provide better opportunities aligned with players' talent and achievements. The government's aim is to create an environment where talented players receive necessary encouragement, resources, and respect to showcase their best performance. He said the decision to offer government service to excellent players will inspire youth towards sports and give new energy to the state's sports culture. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that the state's players will continue to enhance Chhattisgarh's pride by performing excellently in national and international competitions. He added that sports are not only a means of competition but a strong foundation for developing discipline, leadership, confidence, and a sense of nation‑building. On this occasion, the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association officials also appreciated the state's efforts in developing sports infrastructure and working for the welfare of players.