The organization of a national-level sports event is always a matter of pride and celebration for any region or district. However, in the case of Haveri district in Karnataka, this does not seem to be the case. According to reports, the residents of the district are unaware of the tournament, and the organizers seem to be intentionally avoiding the Haveri district amateur kabaddi associations and media.
“The organisers like the department of youth empowerment of youth empowerment and sports are intentionally avoiding the Haveri district amateur kabaddi associations and media. The government is spending approximately Rs 3 Crore for a three- day national- level tournament. Avoiding people will help them to misuse funds. This tournament in not being held to encourage kabaddi- it is for the welfare of some local people and authorities of the department of youth empowerment & sports,” said Shivanand Mallanagoudra, secretary of the Haveri district amateur kabaddi association.
Shivanand Mallanagoudra, the secretary of the Haveri district amateur kabaddi association, has alleged that the organizers, including the department of youth empowerment and sports, are avoiding the local associations and media intentionally. He further claimed that the government is spending approximately Rs 3 crore for the three-day national-level tournament, but avoiding people will help them to misuse funds. He also stated that the tournament is not being held to encourage kabaddi but for the welfare of some local people and authorities of the department of youth empowerment and sports.
The lack of communication and transparency in organizing the event has left many players from Karnataka disappointed. The organizers have not made adequate arrangements for accommodation, food, ground, and lighting for the national-level sports event, according to Mallanagoudra.
“Many Karnataka players have expressed disappointment over the arrangements made by the department of youth empowerment and sports. Accommodation, food, ground, and lighting are not fit for a national- level sports event, “Mallanagoudra charge.
This news raises several concerns about the conduct of the organizers and the use of public funds. It is essential to ensure that public funds are used efficiently and transparently. Any misuse of public funds would be detrimental to the public interest and would set a bad precedent for future events.
It is also crucial to promote sports and encourage young talent. National-level tournaments offer an excellent opportunity for players to showcase their skills and inspire the younger generation. The organizers must ensure that the event is well-publicized and accessible to everyone in the district.
“I am following the instruction of the higher authority. If you need more information, you can ask joint director Suresh,” said an official when asked about the allegations.
The allegations made by the Haveri district amateur kabaddi association must be investigated thoroughly, and the organizers must address any issues raised. It is essential to ensure that the event is conducted efficiently and transparently and that the interests of the players and the public are safeguarded.
