Excelsior Sports Correspondent
LEH, Sept 1: Administrative Secretary to Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Ravinder Kumar, who is also holding the post of Secretary of Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh flagged off the first batch of 74 sports teachers for the Sports Administration and Management (SA&M) Course to Sports Authority of India (SAI), Patiala, from Civil Secretariat here.
While interacting with sports teachers, the Secretary emphasized that sports in schools underscores the holistic benefits that sports can bring to students’ physical, mental, and social development, as well as their overall well-being. Sports can play a vital role in shaping well-rounded individuals and contributing to a positive school environment, he said while interacting with sports teachers.
Ravinder urged teachers to acquire advanced skills for the development of sports infrastructure in Ladakh demonstrating a commitment to enhancing sports opportunities and facilities in the region. He stated that by learning advanced skills, sports teachers can contribute to the design, construction, and maintenance of modern sports facilities including better-equipped playgrounds, tracks, courts, and sports arenas.
The course will be mandatory for all sports teachers, and the completion of this course will be reflected and their performance in it will be considered when assessing the overall job performance in their annual performance report.
The Secretary acknowledged the hard work and dedication of sports teachers in nurturing student-athletes and promoting sports within the educational institution. This recognition can have a ripple effect, benefiting both students and the broader community, he added.
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