​Where was the latest Regional Centre of the Sports Authority of India opened on 2 November 2020?​

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Zirakpur

• On 2nd November 2020, Kiren Rijiju, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, inaugurated the Regional Centre of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in Zirakpur, Punjab.
• This was a significant step towards enhancing India's sports infrastructure and providing better training opportunities for athletes, especially in the northern region of the country.

• Location: Zirakpur, which is near Chandigarh, was chosen for the regional centre to bring state-of-the-art sports facilities closer to athletes in the northern states, including Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir.

• Facilities: The SAI Regional Centre in Zirakpur is equipped with modern training facilities for various sports, such as athletics, wrestling, boxing, and more. It aims to create a high-performance training environment for athletes and provide them with access to the best coaching, equipment, and scientific support.

• Development Focus: The centre is part of the Government's larger push to improve India's sports infrastructure and develop more sporting talent across the country, especially in non-traditional sports regions.

• Vision: This move is part of the government's Khelo India initiative, which aims to identify and nurture young sporting talent, improve fitness levels, and enhance India's international sports performance.

• Kiren Rijiju, the Sports Minister, emphasized the government's commitment to enhancing sports facilities and supporting athletes to perform at the global level.
• The Zirakpur Regional Centre is one of several such initiatives across India aimed at decentralizing sports infrastructure and promoting sports in less-represented areas.