Dehradun, November 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Former Indian cricketer and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh met Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday, with discussions focusing on strengthening sports infrastructure, encouraging young athletes and identifying talent in remote hill regions.
During the meeting at the Chief Minister’s official residence, the two discussed ways to expand sporting opportunities for the state’s youth and help emerging players from far-flung areas access training and platforms to compete at the national level.
Dhami said the state government was committed to developing Uttarakhand as a sports hub and was working to improve infrastructure and facilities for athletes. Harbhajan shared suggestions based on his experience in international cricket and offered to contribute to efforts aimed at promoting sports in the state.
Sharing details of the meeting on X, Harbhajan said they had discussed improving sports facilities, encouraging athletes and creating better opportunities for them. He also expressed his willingness to contribute to Uttarakhand’s development and the broader vision of a Viksit Bharat.
“It was a pleasure to meet the Chief Minister and share my thoughts on the future of sports,” Harbhajan wrote, adding that he would be happy to support initiatives in sports and other fields.
Dhami also posted about the meeting, describing Harbhajan as a former cricketer whose outstanding spin bowling had earned him a special place in world cricket. He appreciated the cricketer’s contribution to Indian cricket, dedication to the sport and achievements.
The meeting underlined the importance of tapping sporting potential across Uttarakhand, particularly in remote mountainous areas, and providing young athletes with the facilities and support needed to progress to higher levels of competition.
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