International and National Lacrosse Players Felicitated at Sub-Divisional Night Chaupal

Udaipur: An inspiring event took place during the Sub-Divisional Night Chaupal public hearing program held at Gram Panchayat Dhar, where along with dialogue between the administration and villagers, outstanding sports talents were honored. SDM of Badgaon, Latika Paliwal, felicitated international and national-level lacrosse players who have brought pride to the country and the region through their achievements.

On this occasion, players who were winners in the Asian Lacrosse Games—Mohanlal Gameti, Khumarām Gameti, Dayashankar Gameti, Narayan Lal Gameti, Dali Gameti, and Yashoda Gameti—along with national-level gold medalists, were honored with garlands and traditional turbans. The gathering applauded the players enthusiastically.

In her address, SDM Latika Paliwal said that it is a matter of great pride that youth from rural areas, despite limited resources and challenges, are achieving success on international platforms. She praised the players’ hard work, discipline, dedication, and perseverance, stating that such athletes bring recognition not only to their families and villages but also to the entire district and state. She encouraged the youth by highlighting that sports contribute not only to physical development but also build confidence, leadership, and discipline.

She further mentioned that the government is running various schemes to promote sports talent, and rural youth can benefit from these to reach national and international levels. She wished the players success and motivated them to continue their hard work.

During the Night Chaupal, various issues faced by villagers were also heard seriously. Discussions were held on problems related to drinking water, roads, electricity, education, and other public services, and concerned officials were directed to resolve them promptly. In several cases, immediate solutions were provided on the spot.

At the end of the program, all villagers took a collective pledge to make the village drug-free. The SDM emphasized that substance abuse is a major obstacle to social progress and can only be eradicated through collective efforts. The program concluded with this positive message.

The event was attended by Additional Development Officer Hitesh Joshi, Revenue Inspector Ganpat Sharma, Dhar Sarpanch Bhagwati Devi, former Sarpanch Shantilal Gameti, public representatives, PEEO Dr. Satyanarayan Suthar, Lok Ranjan Mehta, Himmat Singh Devda, Prem Singh Bhati, along with Panchayat staff and a large number of villagers, all of whom congratulated the players and expressed pride in their achievements.