Varanasi: National Badminton coach Padma Bhushan Pullella Gopichand along with representatives of various athletics federations and Sports Authority of India reached the underconstruction Sampurnanand Sports Stadium on Friday. The stadium is being upgraded under Varanasi Smart City.The members of consultation team including Gopichand, deputy director generals of Sports Authority of India, Sanjay Saraswat and Shiv Sharma, National Sports Science and Research Centers director, Brigadier BK Nayak, chairman of technical committee, Athletics Federation of India, BE Stanley, Uttar Pradesh Table Tennis Associations president Sanjeev Pathak, Indian Boxing Federations Vikram Bhardwaj, Indian Basketball Federations RS Bedi, along with chief general manager of Varanasi Smart City Dr D Vasudevan and other officials, inspected the work in progress at the stadium. Gopichand termed the modernization and redevelopment works at the stadium as a big gift, especially for east UP region. He said that after the inauguration of the project, he will give training to the budding youth of UP through Gopichand Badminton Academy and will also come to Varanasi and train badminton players. TNNWe also published the following articles recentlyBadminton nets: Best picks for outdoor sport sessionsBadminton is a popular outdoor recreational activity, and choosing the right badminton net is crucial for a successful game. Factors such as net material, portability, and durability should be considered. This article provides a comprehensive list of the best badminton nets available online, including options from Yonex, Gyronax, Li-Ning, Amazon Brand, VIVOHOME, KIKILIVE, Raisco, and COSCO. These nets offer high-quality construction, adjustable height, and portability, ensuring an enjoyable and competitive playing experience for players of all skill levels.Ravi Teja and Gopichand join hands for their fourth filmActor-director duo Ravi Teja and Gopichand Malineni are set to collaborate for the fourth time in an explosive action entertainer. The film, which recently began production, will feature acclaimed Tamil filmmaker Selvaraghavan in a pivotal role. Actress Indhuja Ravichandran has also joined the cast. Ravi Teja will deliver power-packed dialogues in a never-before-seen avatar, while cinematographer GK Vishnu, known for his work in the Shah Rukh Khan film Jawan, is on board. Gopichand praised the script for attracting top talent.Agra doctor Sanchit Tyagi is new director of Sports Authority of IndiaDr. Sanchit Tyagi, a 2013 batch IRTS officer, has been appointed as the director of Sports Authority of India (SAI). He plans to focus on creating and promoting a sports culture across the country. Tyagi, who is passionate about hockey, has previously served as a joint director of the National Book Trust of India. He has a track record of innovative thinking and going beyond his duties to help others, including arranging free cancer treatment for a railway staff acquaintance. Athletes can expect a leader who will listen to their grievances at SAI.

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