Administrator Reviews Preparations, infra upgradation plans for Asian Relay Athletics C’ship-2027

Chandigarh: Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria on Wednesday visited the Athletics Track Sports Complex, Sector 7 to review the preparations and proposed infrastructure upgradation plans for hosting the Asian Relay Athletics Championship-2027, scheduled to be held in Chandigarh in May next year. H. Rajesh Prasad, chief secretary, UT,, and Vivek Partap Singh, additional chief secretary to the Punjab governor, accompanied the administrator.During the visit, Kataria reviewed the existing facilities at the sports complex and discussed various development works being planned by the Chandigarh administration to successfully host the prestigious international championship. He emphasized the need for adequate seating arrangements to accommodate a large number of spectators and directed the officials concerned to ensure the construction of strong and durable sheds over the seating areas for long-term public convenience.The administrator also stressed the importance of creating smooth entry and exit arrangements, proper sanitation facilities, athlete-friendly infrastructure and other essential public amenities to provide a comfortable and well-managed experience for athletes, officials, spectators and visitors from across Asia.Kataria stated that hosting the Asian Relay Athletics Championship 2027 is a matter of pride for Chandigarh and an important opportunity to further strengthen the city’s sports infrastructure and international sporting profile. He said the championship will help promote sports culture among the youth and showcase Chandigarh’s capabilities in organizing major international sporting events.