M.R. Poovamma feted in Mangaluru
Asian Games gold medallist M.R. Poovamma was felicitated at her residence in Mangaluru by local government officials. The event highlighted her achievements in the 4x400m relay and prompted calls for better state incentives for athletes.
Why it matters
Public recognition of athletes serves to encourage sports participation and highlights the debate over government support for high-performing sportspeople.
Minister in-charge of Dakshina Kannada U. T. Khader, Dakshina Kannada Member of Parliament Captain Brijesh Chowta and Mangaluru City South MLA D. Vedavyasa Kamath felicitated Aichi-Nagoya quarter-miler and gold medallist M.R. Poovamma at her residence in Urwa Stores in the city on Saturday.
Ms. Poovamma has won four gold medals in her pet event, the 4x400 m relay, at four different Asian Games.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Khader lauded the perseverance of Ms. Poovamma’s in achieving her goals. Her achievements are inspiration to the youth and students to excel in sports activities, the Minister said.
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