In a major push to promote grassroots football and build a strong sporting culture among children, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced the distribution of approximately 10 lakh footballs to schools across India. The initiative is part of the Football for Schools (F4S) programme led by FIFA.
The announcement was made during an event at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Fort William in Kolkata, where the Minister flagged off the distribution of footballs.
88,000 Footballs for West Bengal Students
Highlighting the state-wise distribution, Pradhan shared that over 88,000 footballs will be distributed in West Bengal, benefiting an estimated 15 to 16 lakh children. He emphasized that even a single football in a remote school can ignite a child’s interest in the sport and pave the way for nurturing future talent.
About the F4S Initiative
The Football for Schools (F4S) programme is a global initiative by FIFA aimed at making football more accessible to school students and encouraging participation from a young age. In India, the programme is being implemented by the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) in collaboration with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
FIFA is contributing over 9.6 lakh footballs for school students in India, as part of a global distribution covering 129 countries.
Building a Sporting Future
Union Minister Pradhan expressed his passion for football, stating that sports can play a crucial role in the holistic development of children. He underlined that the F4S programme will not only boost physical fitness but also instill values like teamwork, discipline, and leadership among students.
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