The Chief Minister described the GFD as ambitious and timely, saying, This is the age group that, if nurtured and technically equipped, will go on to become world class players.
In consultation with the state’s education department, Khandu, who is also the honorary President of the Arunachal Pradesh Football Association (APFA), announced that the state government would launch this scheme in 100 schools, preferably government-run, very soon.
He stated that schools with existing infrastructure and a qualified physical education teacher would be given priority.
He stated that one futsal arena would be built in each district of the state and would be managed by the district football associations.
The Chief Minister claimed that futsal is a good way to hone one’s footballing talents, saying, Futsal in the districts can also generate revenue for the DFAs, which can then be used for venue maintenance.
Khandu also suggested that the department in charge involve sports-related organizations in the organization of all government-sponsored sporting events.
No AIFF President has ever set foot in our state, where football is the most popular game, since its inception in 1937, he said.
AIFF Launches Arunachal Pradesh Grassroots Football Development Scheme To Develop Young Talents
By tirupatinews
