Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Wednesday invited Australia’s Griffith University to establish a Sports Centre of Excellence in India. The university, located on the Gold Coast, produced ten gold medalists in the last Olympics, impressing the minister.
Lokesh highlighted that such collaborations can help Indian youth cultivate a strong sporting culture. He emphasized that sports teach discipline, hard work, leadership, and competitive spirit, essential for personal and national growth.
During his visit, Lokesh met senior officials and professors at Griffith University to explore broader partnerships. Discussions also focused on opportunities in public policy, sustainability, and innovation, aligning education with real-world applications.
The minister is on a seven-day tour of Australia to attract investments and develop collaborative initiatives for Andhra Pradesh. He expressed confidence that partnerships like these will strengthen India’s sports infrastructure and help achieve global standards in athletic training and performance.
