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Haldwani to get a sports university: Uttarakhand CM

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced the government will set up a sports university in the Kumaun region’s Haldwani town. Dhami, who made the announcement on the occasion of completion of one year of the formation of his government, said there had been longstanding demands from several sports associations for such a university.

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The international stadium of Haldwani will be upgraded into a sports university, he said. Earlier, the chief minister also held a meeting with the officials and discussed the proposed university. Dhami said there is no dearth of sporting talent in the state, and the university will give such talented people a chance to hone and display their skills further. Uttarakhand will hold several national level sports event in the coming year.

What is sports university?

A sports university is an institution of higher education that specializes in sports-related academic programs and research, as well as athletic training and competition. The primary focus of a sports university is to provide students with a comprehensive education in sports-related fields, such as sports science, physical education, sports medicine, sports management, and coaching. In addition, sports universities typically offer extensive athletic facilities and programs, including varsity sports teams and intramural sports leagues, to encourage students to participate in physical activities and develop their athletic abilities. The goal of a sports university is to prepare students for careers in the sports industry, as well as to promote the benefits of physical activity and sports in society.
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