Delhi Police starts badminton championship “ESPRIT DE CORPS” with CAPFs, SAPFs of other states

New Delhi, October 30

Minister of State (Home) Nityanand Rai inaugurated 1st Delhi Police Badminton “esprit de corps” championship – 2021 at K.D. Jadhav Indoor Halls, IGI Stadium Complex. 

As the nation is celebrating 75th Anniversary of Indian independence as Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Delhi Police is hosting the First “esprit de corps” Badminton Championship from 29th to 31st October 2021, as a part of this festivity. 

Welcoming the Chief Guest, Rakesh Asthana, Commissioner of Police, Delhi expressed gratitude on behalf of the force for sharing his valuable time to encourage the sportsmen. 

Delhi Police organizes sports event through the year despite having a very busy schedule in a force that works 24X7 in the service of public. This is the first time ever that Delhi Police is holding a Championship to provide an opportunity to police personnel to showcase their skills in the field of badminton. 

More than 400 shuttlers from 51 teams, including Delhi Police, CAPFs (CRPF & BSF) and some State Armed Police Forces (SAPF’s) i.e. Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC), Nagaland Armed Police (NAP), Sikkam Police (SKMP), Tripura State Rifles (TSR) & Meghalaya Police (MLP) are participating in this tournament. 

CP Asthana underlined that physical sports not only keep us physically and mentally fit, but they also develop team spirit & determination in the individual. It provides an excellent opportunity to interact with each other, physically, mentally and socially, thus fostering the spirit of camaraderie. 

Praising the Sports Wing of Delhi Police, he assured that the force would provide all possible aid to our personnel & their kin, so they may compete at highest levels with international sportspersons. This tournament will go a long way in producing top level sportspersons in future. 

Speaking on the occasion, MoS Rai emphasized that sports play an important role in overall personality development of an individual, besides being a great stress buster. It was heartening to note that Delhi Police can organize such mega sports events, besides serving the society and giving valuable contribution in nation building. Sports will play a vital role in realizing the dreams of ‘Champion India’ and ‘Atma Nirbhar Bharat’. 

Memorizing his school days he said that winning or losing do not matter much, but the game should be played with sportsman spirit. He also praised the musical performance of Delhi Police Band which blended the Opening Ceremony with some melodious symphonies. 

The event was hosted by 2nd Batallion, the Sports Wing of Delhi Police which aims to groom sportspersons among Delhi Police personnel or their kin through modern scientific training coupled with tough practice. They are also motivated through rewards and opportunities to play at higher levels. 

Chief Guest declared the tournament open, which was followed by ‘Sportsmen Pledge’ by all the participants.  

The Championship will be held in four categories i.e. Officers – above 45 yrs of age & below 45 yrs and Subordinate Personnel – above 45 yrs of age & below 45 yrs. Events will be held for Women Singles, Women Doubles, Men Singles, Men Doubles & Mix Doubles classifications. 

More than 400 shuttlers from 51 teams, including those from Delhi Police, CAPFs and SAPFs are taking part in this three day tournament. 

Senior officers from Delhi Police were present on this occasion.