Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta has emphasized that establishing a healthy India is the fundamental requirement for realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a developed nation. The parliamentarian made these remarks while inaugurating the Namo Badminton Tournament at Mangala Stadium in Mangaluru on Saturday.
Sports Tournaments Driving National Vision
Speaking at the event, Capt Chowta outlined how various sporting events across the country are contributing to PM Modi's vision for a healthy and developed India. "Fit, young, and Atmanirbhar India will lead to a developed India", he stated, highlighting the significance of the ongoing parliamentary sports festival.
The MP detailed the sequence of tournaments being organized under this initiative. "The Namo sports competitions organized as part of this parliamentary sports festival are an effort towards creating a healthy India. Last week, the Namo Chess Tournament was held, and now the Namo Badminton Tournament has been launched", he explained. Additionally, Chowta revealed that the Namo Volleyball Tournament was conducted on November 30.
Political Leaders Champion Sports Initiative
Mangaluru City South MLA D Vedavyas Kamath complemented the MP's efforts, noting that the Prime Minister's parliamentary sports festival is successfully encouraging young athletes across the region. Kamath specifically congratulated Capt Chowta for effectively implementing this grand sports festival that has captured the imagination of local youth.
Demonstrating their personal commitment to the fitness movement, both Capt Chowta and MLA Kamath grabbed everyone's attention by playing badminton following the inauguration ceremony. This symbolic participation underscored their dedication to promoting sports and physical activity among citizens.
Path to Self-Reliant Nation
Capt Chowta reinforced the connection between individual health and national progress during his address. "Only a self-reliant India can transform into a developed nation", he asserted, making a compelling case for collective effort toward achieving the Prime Minister's dream.
The parliamentarian called upon all citizens to contribute to this national objective. "Therefore, everyone should work towards the dream of a developed India envisioned by the Prime Minister", he urged, positioning the sports tournaments as practical steps toward this larger goal.
The event at Mangala Stadium represents the continuing expansion of sports initiatives under the Namo banner, creating platforms for youth engagement while simultaneously advancing the government's fitness and development agenda.
