Hyderabad: Deputy chief minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Sunday said that the govt will soon establish a state-of-the-art sports university in Telangana to help athletes win medals at the Olympic Games in the future.He said that the govt’s primary objective is to identify hidden sporting talent in rural areas. “We want to identify gems that often go unnoticed due to lack of opportunities and provide them with the right training to showcase their abilities on the global stage,” he said at the opening of ‘TG 20 Cricket League’ in Uppal stadium.Speaking at the event, he expressed confidence that the league would serve as a strong foundation for the development of sports in the state and for building a bright future for athletes.“Earlier, cricket was largely limited to urban areas. But our govt has changed that perception by identifying talent from every district. By selecting district-wise teams, we have provided a major platform for rural youth,” he added.
