VARANASI, Jan. 4 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a major transformation in sports infrastructure over the past 11.5 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Organising the national volleyball event in Varanasi after 45 years was a testament to this progress, he added.

The 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship was inaugurated virtually by PM Modi and formally by the CM Yogi at Dr Sampurnanand Sports Stadium. Addressing players, spectators, public representatives and sports enthusiasts, the chief minister said the event was a moment of pride for Kashi and the entire state. "Khel Shakti Hi Rashtra Shakti," Yogi said, adding UP is nurturing national leadership through a s...