Hyderabad, May 19 -- Padma Bhushan awardee Pullela Gopichand on Tuesday stressed the need to promote physical literacy across all sections of society, stating that it plays a crucial role in building a healthy lifestyle, discipline and mental resilience among youth.
Speaking at the "Youth and Sports Week-2026" programme held at Gachibowli Stadium, Gopichand said physical literacy should not be limited to athletes alone but must become part of everyday life for all citizens.
The event was organised by the Telangana Sports Department as part of the "Praja Palana Pragathi Pranalika" 99-day action plan being conducted from May 18 to May 23 with a focus on youth empowerment and fitness promotion.
Gopichand observed that the sports sector brin...