The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YS&S) on Sunday marked a momentous chapter in the UT’s sporting history with the inaugural ceremony of the “Leagues of Classics” Inter-District UT Level Football Tournament at the iconic Polo Ground, here.
The event, as per a DYSS statement, was graced by Anuradha Gupta, Director General of Youth Services and Sports, who officially kicked off the competition amidst great fanfare and athletic fervor.
While addressing a gathering of athletes and sports enthusiasts, the Director General articulated a visionary roadmap for the youth, noting that the “Leagues of Classics” is a dedicated platform designed to bridge the gap between students and non-students across all 20 districts of the UT.
She emphasised that the Department is committed to creating an ecosystem where every young individual, regardless of their academic status, finds a home on the playing field.
The Director General delivered a powerful message regarding the transformative power of sports in nation-building and character development. “Our mission transcends the boundaries of the scoreboard; we are here to build a resilient generation that chooses the sweat of the stadium over the shadows of addiction. By bringing the Leagues of Classics to every Zone and district, we are not just playing a game, we are launching a movement to reclaim our youth from the clutches of drug abuse and social isolation. This tournament is a clear example of our belief that a ball at the feet of a youngster is the most potent tool we have to craft a future defined by health, discipline, and integrity,” stated Anuradha Gupta. She further highlighted that the Department’s momentum is in full swing, with UT-level competitions for Cricket and Volleyball also underway and scheduled to reach their crescendo in the coming days.
