Goa Governor launches the Mashaal (torch) for the 37th National Games

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Goa Governor P.S. Sreedharan Pillai launches the Mashaal for the 37th National Games.

An Overview of the News

• The launch took place at the Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Donapaula, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Goa and the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs.

Torch relay to ignite enthusiasm and unity

• Dr. Pramod Sawant announced Goa's readiness to host the National Games.

• The 'Mashal' will travel through Goa and other states for four days, especially in rural areas to encourage enthusiasm and participation.

• Sports Minister Govind Goude encouraged all Goans to participate and support the success of the Games.

National sports anthem with Amitabh Bachchan

• Governor Pillai presented the National Games anthem, sung by legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan.

• The anthem featured the traditional Goan instrument, the Ghumat, and featured a collaboration between Goan singers and other talented artists.

Important Points

• Joint CEO of National Sports Organizing Committee - Dr. Geeta S. Nagvenkar

• Sports Minister - Govind Gaude

• Minister of State for Tourism - Shripad Naik

• Chief Minister of Goa - Dr. Pramod Sawant