New Delhi, May 26(KMW) : For implementation of the 2014-15 Budget announcement for upgrading the indoor and outdoor sports stadiums to international standards in Jammu and in the Kashmir Valley., the Department of Sports is working in consultation with the Sports Department of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
It has been decided to develop Sports Infrastructure in the States of Jammu & Kashmir with the following objectives:
· Creation of ultra-modern & high tech facilities in existing Stadia in Srinagar and Jammu.
· Maximum operational efficiency of each sports complex.
· Phasing of construction programmes.
· Efficient management of movement of spectators, dignitaries and players.
· Sports complex to be landmark and pride of the city.
A proposal has been submitted by the J & K Government for Rs. 200 crore with the following features:
Ø Reconstruction of the entire existing stadia on international specification with RCC frame structure, ten lane athletic track, sports hostel for 500 inmates both at Srinagar and Jammu at an estimated cost of Rs. 70 crores each.
Ø Upgradation of indoor stadium both at Srinagar & Jammu.
Ø Creation of water sports centre at Manasbal, Srinagar at a cost of Rs. 2 crore.
Ø Construction of multipurpose indoor sports halls at an estimated cost of Rs. 4 Crore each at 8 places in the State.
Ø The Proposal involves an estimated expenditure of Rs. 100 crores each for Srinagar & Jammu region with a total cost of Rs. 200 crores.
Outcomes and Progress: MOS (I/C), YAS has approved the proposal in principle. After consultation with State Government for implementation of the Project, Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) is being issued for selection of a Central/ State PSUs as Project Management Consultant (PMC) for executing the project. An allocation of Rs. 100 crores has been made during the current year.
Benefits that have accrued or will accrue: Special Package for Development of Sports Infrastructure of Jammu and Kashmir will result in creation / upgradation of sports infrastructure and facilities for enhancement of sports facilities in Jammu & Kashmir.
Enhancement of sports facilities in Jammu & Kashmir will provide opportunity to youth of the State for engaging in sporting activities and help in weaning them away from militancy.
