Karnataka CM Promises Appointment of Physical Education Teachers in Every School

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the state government will focus on <b>appointing physical education teachers</b> in every school to identify and train sporting talent. Speaking at the fifth Mini Karnataka Sports Meet at Kanthirava Stadium, he emphasized the government's commitment to promoting sports from the village level to the Olympics. To support youth aged 16 to 35, the state has started Bharat Judo Youth Associations, providing <b>₹10 lakh grants per panchayat</b>. The sports event, organized with the Karnataka Olympic Association, features over 5,000 children under 14 competing in 27 different sporting disciplines until the 21st.