Madikeri (Karnataka), May 2 -- Laying emphasis on the role of nurturing talent from different parts of the nation in fulfilling India's aspirations to become a global sports powerhouse, Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya visited the Sports Authority of India's (SAI) Training Centre in Madikeri and interacted with women hockey players from the Kodava community on the conclusion of the month-long hockey festival here on Saturday.
The Sports Minister highlighted the role played by the Kodava community in the promotion of field hockey. The Kodagu district, the home of the Kodavas, is hailed as of the cradles of Indian hockey. More than 50 players from the community have represented India in international tournaments out of...