Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates Ram Baboo & Manju Rani on winning bronze medal in 35 km Race Walk Mixed Team event at Asian Games

October 4, 2023 3:42 PM

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates Ram Baboo & Manju Rani on winning bronze medal in 35 km Race Walk Mixed Team event at Asian Games

Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has congratulated Ram Baboo and Manju Rani on winning bronze medal in the 35-km-meter Race Walk Mixed Team event at the Asian Games 2022. In a social media post, Mr. Thakur said that it is an exemplary performance and their incredible display of stamina, endurance and resilience has brought pride to the nation. He added that both athletes have shown exceptional grit and dedication.  Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has said that India...

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates actor Suresh Gopi on being nominated President of SRFTI

September 22, 2023 7:31 AM

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates actor Suresh Gopi on being nominated President of SRFTI

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has congratulated veteran film actor Suresh Gopi on being nominated as the President of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) society and Chairman of the Governing council of SRFTI Kolkata for a period of three years. In a social media post, Mr Thakur said, Mr Gopi's vast experience and cinematic brilliance are surely going to enrich the esteemed institute. He wished Mr Gopi a fruitful tenure.

Meri Maati Mera Desh: Union Minister Anurag Thakur inaugurates Amrit Kalash Yatra in Mumbai

September 15, 2023 7:35 PM

Meri Maati Mera Desh: Union Minister Anurag Thakur inaugurates Amrit Kalash Yatra in Mumbai

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur today inaugurated the Amrit Kalash Yatra under MERI MAATI MERA DESH Abhiyan in Mumbai. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Thakur appealed to everyone to participate in commemorating 75 years of India's freedom and honoring the courageous souls who martyred their lives to protect our Nation. On this occasion, the Minister also appealed to the youth to participate actively in this endeavor and contribute to the work of nation-building.   The Union Minister s...

I&B Minister Anurag Singh Thakur says, government has no plan to call early Lok Sabha polls

September 4, 2023 1:57 PM

I&B Minister Anurag Singh Thakur says, government has no plan to call early Lok Sabha polls

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has clarified that the government has no plans to call early Lok Sabha polls. In an exclusive interview with a private TV channel, he said that there are no plans to delay the forthcoming assembly elections to hold them later along with the General Elections. He rejected reports of polls being advanced or delayed as media conjecture. The Minister added that the government has set up a committee on One Nation, One Election and the co...

Govt to work in direction of ensuring radio signal to reach border areas, says Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur

August 15, 2023 10:04 PM

Govt to work in direction of ensuring radio signal to reach border areas, says Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur

Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur today stressed that the government will work in the direction of ensuring radio signal to reach border areas. He said, thousands of telecom towers will be installed in those areas for better 4G connectivity in a span of one year. The Minister said this while addressing around 330 sarpanches of Vibrant villages in the border areas, who attended the Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort as Special Guests. Speaking on the occasion, Mr...

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur today sent off Indian Women's Handball team at his residence in Delhi for upcoming Olympic Qualifier

August 15, 2023 7:17 PM

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur today sent off Indian Women's Handball team at his residence in Delhi for upcoming Olympic Qualifier

Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur today sent off the Indian Women's Handball team at his residence in Delhi for upcoming Olympic Qualifier. In a social media post, the Minister said, the Indian contingent consisting of 17 athletes along with 6 support staff and officials will spearhead India's Olympic aspiration. He said, their hard work and determination will be on full display as they give their all at the upcoming Olympic Qualifier. He wished them the best for a ...

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates Diksha Dagar on her incredible triumph at Czech Ladies Open

June 26, 2023 3:11 PM

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulates Diksha Dagar on her incredible triumph at Czech Ladies Open

Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur has congratulated Diksha Dagar on her incredible triumph at the Czech Ladies Open and winning her second Ladies European Tour. In a tweet, he said the journey of 22 year old Diksha, is truly an inspiration not only for India but for the entire world. The Minister said, from being the only Indian golfer in history to compete in both Olympics and Deaflympics to becoming the reigning Deaflympics Champion, her outstanding achievements speak volumes about her...

Around 8000 talented sports persons being trained in 34 sports disciplines on residential and non-residential basis, says Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur

March 21, 2023 9:19 PM

Around 8000 talented sports persons being trained in 34 sports disciplines on residential and non-residential basis, says Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur

Government has said that sportspersons preparing for participation in international sports events are continuously assisted for their training and competitive exposures within the country and abroad. Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur said this in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. He said, around eight thousand talented sports persons are being trained in 34 sports disciplines on residential and non-residential basis. Mr Thakur said, a total of 188 centres...

Anurag Singh Thakur says, every university can play big role in promotion of sports activities by creating sports campus, providing training to athletes

May 28, 2022 1:50 PM

Anurag Singh Thakur says, every university can play big role in promotion of sports activities by creating sports campus, providing training to athletes

Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Anurag Singh Thakur has said that every university in the country can play a big role in the promotion of sports activities by creating a sports campus and providing training to the athletes. He was speaking after inauguration of the Khashaba Jadhav Sports Complex in the premises of Savitribai Phule University in Pune today. The Minister recalled how Prime Minister Narendra Modi has motivated athletes from different sports thus creating a sportive atmo...