Ludhiana, July 7 -- Punjab cabinet minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond on Sunday said the state government's efforts to promote sports will play a vital role in establishing Punjab as a leading centre of sporting excellence in the country. Speaking as the chief guest at the prize distribution ceremony of a three-day cricket tournament held at Principal Ramesh Chander Stadium, the minister highlighted the commitment of the state government to boost sports culture across the state.

He shared that under the initiative 'Khed da Punjab, Badalda Punjab', 13 centres of excellence are being upgraded with modern and advanced facilities. These centres will soon become hubs for state champions preparing to compete at national and international levels. T...