(a) whether the Government proposes to construct a small stadium in Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh to promote sports; and
(b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?
(a) whether the Government proposes to construct a small stadium in Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh to promote sports; and
(b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE)
FOR YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS
(SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)
(a) No Madam.
(b) The Ministry of Youth Affairs is not implementing any scheme for construction of small stadiums in the country, including Uttar Pradesh. The ‘Sports’ is a State subject and it is primarily the responsibility of states to develop sports infrastructure. The Central Government complements/supplements the efforts of the State Governments.
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