Minister of State, Co-operation, Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities and Transport, Government of Gujarat, Ishwarsinh Patel visited Parul University near Vadodara and inaugurated the University’s newly developed sporting facilities. Adding on to its sporting amenities, Parul University developed a total of 5 volleyball courts, 5 badminton courts, 2 kabaddi courts, and 5 net practice pitches for cricket. Ishwarsinh Patel said, “ I am so happy that Parul University gives so much importance to sports, not many Universities have this kind of commitment.” He went on to commend the University for having all its sporting facilities in proximity to the student residential hostel, as it will ensure an adequate distribution of sporting resources amongst all the students and the maintenance of social distancing standards. With the mental and physical health challenges which have been created due to reduced student activities and recurring school closures, sporting has become more of a necess

Author-Shlok Talati