Curtains come down on 37th National Games in Goa

The 37th National Games 2023 concluded in Goa. The grand closing ceremony took place at Shyama Prasad Indoor stadium in Panaji in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Indian Olympic Association President P T Usha, Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant and others on Thursday.Addressing the gathering at the event, Mr Dhankhar said that sports have now become the most important avenue for display of genius. He said that the government is taking steps to ensure that sportspersons get the highest degree of coaching. He said that todays' India's ecosystem ensures everyone can showcase their talents. He applauded the efforts of the state government of Goa to conduct this event successfully.Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant praised hard work done by all government employees for the successful conduct of the national games. 
The Raja Bhalendra Singh trophy was given to Maharashtra for overall championship in national games. Maharashtra has continued its dominance in National Games from its beginning and retained its first position. Maharashtra has bagged 228 medals including 80 gold.  Best woman athlete trophy was given to Pranati Naik and Sanyukta Kate while best man athlete trophy was given to Shrihari Natraj.

Hon'ble Vice-President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar at the closing ceremony of 37th National Games in Goa today. #37thNationalGames pic.twitter.com/eWmwxoNweb

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The torch for national games was handed over to Uttarakhand as 38th National Games will be organized there.