Mann Government to Boost Sports Infrastructure in Punjab with ₹77 Crore Mega Project
Jalandhar, June 11, 2025:
In a major initiative to promote sports in Punjab, the state government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is set to launch a new mega sports project in Jalandhar today. An international-level sports hub will be developed at the historic Burlton Park, with an investment of ₹77 crore.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal will jointly lay the foundation stone and inaugurate the project, aimed at nurturing sporting talent and providing world-class facilities to athletes in the region.
The proposed sports hub will be equipped with modern infrastructure to host national and international events and serve as a training ground for aspiring sportspersons from Punjab and beyond.
The Mann government’s move is seen as a significant step in strengthening Punjab’s sports ecosystem and reviving the state’s legacy in athletics and competitive sports.
Further details regarding the project layout and timelines for completion are expected to be announced at the inauguration ceremony.