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Saturday, 31 May 2025

Union Minister and Governor Praise Gully Cricket Initiative, Honour UTCA President Sanjay Tandon

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Chandigarh, May 31, 2025:- His Excellency the Governor of Punjab and UT Administrator,  Gulab Chand Kataria along with Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya,  Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India lauded the efforts of the UT Cricket Association (UTCA) for organizing the recently concluded Gully Cricket Tournament during the launch of various initiatives by the UT Sports Department at Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 42, Chandigarh.

The Governor commended the UTCA for mobilizing over 7,000 players across 576 teams in collaboration with the Chandigarh Police, calling it a commendable feat that not only promoted cricket but also served as a strong tool in steering youth away from drugs and toward sports. He emphasized the positive social impact of such initiatives in shaping a healthy and disciplined generation.

Dr. Mandaviya although unable to attend the tournament's closing ceremony due to official commitments extended his heartfelt appreciation to UTCA President Sanjay Tandon for his visionary leadership. He applauded the professional execution and community engagement of the event, noting that grassroots tournaments like these "create a sporting culture and bring out the best in the youth.

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