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DDA, SAI, MYAS to build centres of excellence across Delhi

Last updated : Dec 18, 2018 16:12
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Dec 18, 2018 13:12

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has set the ball rolling to set up infrastructure-rich centres of excellence in its sporting facilities to provide intensive training to talented sportspersons preparing for Olympics and other mega events, Press Trust of India reports.

DDA deputy chairman Tarun Kapoor confirmed the development after felicitating and awarding cash prizes of Rs. 500,000 (gold medal) and Rs. 300,000 (silver medal) to Asian Games 2018 medallists, who had trained at its sports complexes.

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