Goa CM Pramod Sawant launches mascot for upcoming 37th National Games

Category : Sports Published on: June 21 2023

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Chief Minister of Goa Dr Pramod Sawant launched the mascot for the upcoming 37th National Games.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday launched the mascot and unveiled the official Jersey of the 37th National Games to be held in the coastal state.
The unveiling of official mascot 'MOGA,' a bison representing the distinct identity of Goa, reinforces the strong connection between the Games and the state's heritage.
The launch ceremony was held at Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium in Taleigao.
It was organized by the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs and the Sports Authority of Goa and held on the occasion of the Goa Revolution Day.
The organization of the National Games was led by Dorabji Tata, a prominent Indian businessman, Harry Crowe Buck, founder of the YMCA College of Physical Education in Chennai (then Madras), and Dr. A. G. Nohren, the director of the college.
After the 1920 Olympics, Dorabji Tata suggested a national level body to promote Olympic sports.
After the meeting of the selection committee for the Olympics, the All India Olympic Committee was established.