Ambala: On the occasion of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Jayanti, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre, to be constructed in Ambala at an estimated cost of ₹85 crore, will be named after Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. The announcement was made during the Jayanti celebration organized in Ambala, according to information shared by the Haryana Government on its official X (formerly Twitter) account.
The Chief Minister also announced that a grand statue of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee will be installed at the Shaheedi Smarak, paying tribute to his contribution to the nation.
Tribute to a Nationalist Leader
Addressing the gathering during the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Jayanti event, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini described the occasion as a tribute to the nation’s consciousness, ideals, and sentiments.
Also read : ICAI CA Foundation Result 2026 Soon at caresults.icai.org; Know How to Download Scorecard and Merit List
He said that the celebration is a grand festival dedicated to honouring a leader who sacrificed his life for the unity and integrity of India. Referring to Ambala as the “land of the brave,” the Chief Minister said the state is proud to commemorate the birth anniversary of a great nationalist leader.
Call to Strengthen Nationalist Values
During his address, the Chief Minister urged people to draw inspiration from the life and ideals of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. He emphasized the need to strengthen the values of nationalism and public service that the late leader stood for.
The message delivered on Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Jayanti highlighted the importance of preserving national unity and inspiring future generations through the ideals of patriotism and dedication to the country.
Ambala to Get a Major Sports Infrastructure Boost
The proposed ₹85 crore SAI Centre is expected to strengthen sports infrastructure in Ambala while serving as a lasting tribute to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. Naming the centre after the national leader reflects the Haryana Government’s effort to honour his legacy through a landmark public institution.
With the announcement of the sports centre and the installation of a grand statue at the Shaheedi Smarak, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Jayanti was marked with significant initiatives aimed at preserving the memory and ideals of one of India’s prominent nationalist leaders.