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3rd World Cup Kabbadi 2012

  • 23 KABADDI TEAMS FROM 18 NATIONS TO WIN FOR Rs 6.29 CRORE PRIZE MONEY OF 3RD WCKP-2012
  • AKSHAY ASIN AND CLAUDIA TO ENTHRALL AUDIENCE IN THE OPENING CEREMONY AT BATHINDA

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INDIA BECOMES THE KING OF KABADDI

  • MAKE HATTRICK-LIFTS TROPHY BY DEFEATING PAKISTAN WITH A DECISIVE MARGIN OF 59-22 POINTS
  • SUKHBIR ANNOUNCES THE INCREASE OF PRIZE MONEY FOR THE WOMEN TITLE FROM RS. 51 LAKH TO RS. 1 CRORE FROM NEXT YEAR

LUDHIANA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 15:

Sensation and excitement ripples across the tons of spectators sitting across the jam packed Guru Nanak Stadium here, when India lifts the 3rd World Cup Kabaddi for the 3rd consecutive year thrashing its arch rival Pakistan with a decisive margin of 59-22 points. With the title of World Cup Kabaddi India got a prize money of 2 crore and Pakistan would take home Rs. 1 crore while the Canada clinched the third prize of Rs. 51 Lakh.

Mr. Parkash Singh Badal, Chief Minister Punjab had introduction with the players and formally inaugurated the match. Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister Punjab, Mr. Rana Masood Ahmed, Deputy Speaker, Pakistan Punjab Assembly, Mr. Rana Sanaullha, Law Minister, Pakistan Punjab, Mr. Sardar Malik, Member Parliament, Pakistan, Mr. Karma Micheal, Member of National Assembly, Pakistan and Er. Kuram Dustgeer, Seneter, Pakistan was accompanying Chief Minister, Punjab. They also had round of introduction with the players.

Registering hat trick, team India performed as expected and dashed Pakistan to the ground in every aspect. The match become tilting toward India with the first two stops of Eakam Hathur.
At the end of the first half team India was leading with a point difference of 34-9. India’s raider Gagandeep Singh Gaggi Kheeranwali, Gurlal Ghanaur, Manminder Singh Sran and Sukhbir Sarawan bagged 10, 8, 8 and 7 points respectively whereas stoppers Ekam Hathur, Balbir Pala and Gurwinder Kahlwan showed an extraordinary sport and scored 10, 7 and 4 points respectively.
            Pakistan’s raiders Safeeq Butt and Mohammad Irman scored 5 and 3 points respectively while Pakistani stoppers Sujad Gujjar bagged 5 points respectively.

Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal announced the increase of prize money for the women title from Rs. 51 lakh to Rs. 1 crore from next year.

Prominent among others who were present on the occasion included Mr. Charanjit Singh Atwal, Speaker, Punjab Assembley, Mr. Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa and Mr. Balwinder Singh Bhunder (both MPs), Mr. Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa  and Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka (both Cabinet Ministers), Miss Rubby Dhalla, Former Canadian MP and Mr. Pawan Kumar Tinnu, CPS (Sports).
BEST RAIDER AND STOPPER IN MEN SECTION ALSO AWARDED WITH PREET TRACTORS
It was a proud moment for Gagandeep Singh Gaggi Kheeranwali and Eakam Hathur as they both got Preet Tractors for being declared as best raider and best stopper in the 3rd world cup Kabbadi.
BEST RAIDER AND STOPPER IN WOMEN SECTION ALSO GET HONDA MOTOR CYCLES
Priyanka Devi was declared the best raider and Jatinder Kaur was declared best stopper in women section. Both players were awarded with one-one Honda motor cycle worth Rs. 55 thousand. It may be added that the stopper Anu of Indian team has already been rewarded Rs 51 thousand by Punjab Deputy Chief minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal.
CM HONOURED OLYMPIANS OF DIFFERENT GAMES
 Before the commencement of the final match between India and Pakistan, Mr. Parkash Singh Badal, Chief Minister Punjab, honoured Former Olympians of different games. The Olympians who were honoured included Baljeet Dhillon, varinder Singh, Varinder Singh, Sanjeev Kumar (all Hockey Players), Miss Manjeet Kaur and Brigadier Labh Singh (both Athletes), Dronachariya Awardee Sukhchain Cheema and Arjuna Awardee Balwinder Singh Fidda.

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IRANIAN SPORTS MINISTER CALLS ON CM

PUNJAB TO HAVE WRESTLING ACADEMY IN JOINT COLLABORATION
 WITH IRAN

CM AGREES TO SEND PUNJAB KABADDI COACHES TO TRAIN
IRANIAN PLAYERS

 CHANDIGARH DECEMBER 13:
            The Punjab Government would soon set up a wrestling academy in collaboration with Iranian government to promote the traditional sport of wrestling, after the grand success of Kabaddi at the international scene, as Iran was known for its expertise, infrastructure and agile wrestlers across the world. 
A decision to this was effect was taken by the Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal during a meeting with the Iranian Sports & Youth Affairs Minister Mr. Mohammad Abbasi who called on him here at Chief Minister’s residence this morning.   
Accompanied by the Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal the Iranian Minister agreed for signing of the MoU in this behalf as a goodwill gesture which would further strengthen bilateral ties between Iran and India especially Punjab.  He also expressed keen desire to send wrestling coaches from Iran to Punjab to train the Punjabi wrestlers so as to enable them to exhibit their rare talent and skills in wrestling at the international arena. 
Enthused by the stupendous efforts made by the Punjab government to promote Kabaddi at the global scene by holding World Kabaddi Championships since 2010, Mr. Abbasi congratulated the Chief Minister for this unique initiative.  He especially lauded the efforts of Deputy Chief Minister, who is also holding the portfolio of Sports in popularizing Kabaddi as a traditional sport at international level.   He also urged Mr. Badal to send Kabaddi coaches to Iran to train their players as the Punjabi Kabaddi players were far better than their Iranian counterparts.  He invited the Chief Minister to visit Iran for signing the MoU there for the wrestling academy to be set up in Punjab jointly by the Punjab and Iranian government.   He highly appreciated the role of Punjabi Diaspora settled in Iran especially the Sikh community in the overall development and progress of Iran. 
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister expressed his willingness to promote bilateral trade and commerce ties between Iran and Punjab through the national governments of India and Iran.  He said that Punjab being a major producer of rice could export to Iran and in return India could import Urea from Iran, which was the largest producer in the World.   Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal apprised the Chief Minister that Iran was the biggest rice consuming country where Punjab’s 1121 rice quality was exported from here.  He hoped both Punjab and Iran could mutually work out a mechanism to promote trade and commerce relations in a big way. 
The Chief Minister also impressed upon the visiting Iranian Minister to send Iranian students for higher studies in Punjab as the state was offering excellent educational infrastructure both at college and university level in humanities, legal, technical and medical stream.  He also emphasized the need for exchange of delegations of eminent industrialists, progressive farmers and students between Iran and India especially from Punjab to further foster a sense of mutual understanding, goodwill, peace and amity amongst the people of both countries. 
 Prominent amongst others who were present on the occasion included Advisor to Chief Minister (National Affairs & Media) Mr. Harcharan Bains, Mr. Gaggandip Singh Brar and Mr. KJS Cheema both Special Principal Secretaries to Chief Minister. 

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KABADDI EXTRAVAGANZA CLOSES ON HIGH NOTE AS KATRINA CAPTURES THE HEARTS OF PUNJABIS

DAZZLING FIREWORK, UNIQUE FIRE DANCE SET THE PACE OF THE SHOW

  • SUKHWINDER’S ‘JAI HO’ ANNOUNCES THE ARRIVAL OF KABADDI ON WORLD SCENE

LUDHIANA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 15: The 15 day Kabaddi extravaganza of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi closed on high note with Bollywood starlet Katrina Kaif capturing the hearts and minds of the people by captivating unique 15 minute mesmerizing show.

          The three hour dazzling show besides announcing the traditional game of Kabaddi in the world scene put the Opening ceremony of London Olympic in shade. The show opened with DJ Nitin warming up the overflowing audience in the Guru Nanak Stadium, who were waiting with awe the cutthroat competition between two traditional rivals India and Pakistan. Punjabi singers Raja Bath, Inderjit Nikku, Rimz J, Nishan Bhullar with their famous Punjabi songs regaled the audience. An audio visual show depicted the progress of World Cup Kabaddi since first World Cup and gave the rich cultural history of Punjab.

          As the Chief Guest Mr. Parkash Singh Badal and Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal arrived on the scene the compere Satinder Satti stole the show and countdown culminated with dazzling fire work that lit the sky of Industrial City Ludhiana making this show most historic in the history of sports. The unique fire and Pyrotechnics Dance performed by 23 fire dancers virtually set the stage on fire and audience were surprised to see the one of its own kind spectacle. It started with fire all pond filling the whole sky and show culminated with Kabaddi written on fire balls.
The Martial Arts shown by the young Nihang group made every body to watch show with bated breath as it showcased martial character of Punjabis.

          The whole stadium roared with the sound of bullet motorcycles as Sikh youth entered riding on motorcycles from different sides of the stadium performing daredevilry act on stage depicting the youth of Punjab as the voice over spoke about the enterprising and daring quality of Sikhs, their riding for success, glory and fame, the youth on the motorcycles showcased the raw energy of Punjabi youth. The daredevilry shown by the motorcycle riders made everyone sit on the edge of his seat. The show peaked with famous Bollywood Singer Sukhwinder and Punjabi Singer Diljit Singh Doosanjh, regaling the audience with their famous Punjabi numbers.

          As Famous Punjabi Poet Dr. Surjit Patar read his famous song ‘Keva Sutlej Da Pani’ the big screen showcased the Punjab Province of British India, inherent link between India and Pakistan. The poem of Dr. Pater focused on importance of peace in Indo-Pak relations besides highlighting the common thread between two nations.

          The rare show ‘Punjabian Di Shaan Vakhri’ showcased the testimonial film of Bollywood celebrities with audio visual as 223 dancers with colourful costumes, props and accessories underlined the contribution of Punjabis in the bollywood.

Famous satirist duo from Pakistan Irfan Malik and Hasna from Pakistan with their unique Punjabi jokes set the stage for finale of most colourful show.

As the Bollywood queen Katrina Kaif performed in the unique laser beam show, the fever of Kabaddi had reached its pinnacle.

          As Sukhwinder sang ‘Jai Ho’, it was the victory call of not India and Pakistan but of the game Kabaddi that has brought 16 nations together to vie for record prize money of Rs.6.29 crore.

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CM WELCOMES NEW VISA REGIME BETWEEN INDIA AND PAKISTAN

LAYS THRUST ON MAKING MORE SUCH EFFORTS TO BOOST ECONOMIC ACTIVITY IN THE REGION

CALLS FOR OPENING OF TRADE THROUGH LAND ROUTE WITH CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES

REITERATES COMMITMENT OF STATE GOVERNMENT TO CHECK CRIME AGAINST WOMEN

HOME SECRETARY AND ADVOCATE GENERAL TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF MAKING PUNISHMENT STRINGENT IN SUCH CASES

Amritsar, December 15-
Terming the operationalisation of the new visa regime between India and Pakistan as a historic decision, Punjab Chief Minister Mr Parkash Singh Badal today emphasized on the need for making ‘more such efforts’ to provide much needed fillip to the trade and commerce between both the countries.
            Taking to the media persons on the sidelines of a function at Khalsa College here today, the Chief Minister welcomed the decision as a noble gesture which would play a pivotal role in enhancing mutual goodwill and trust between both the countries. However Mr Badal said that much more was required to increase people to people contact in the Indian Sub Continent so as to usher an era of unprecedented development and co-operation in the region. He said that the time was ripe when the national governments of both the countries should join their hands for making more such sustainable efforts which would result in promotion of friendship, trust, brotherhood, peace and amity between both the countries.
            Laying thrust on the need for increasing trade between both the countries through the land route, the Chief Minister pointed out that Punjab being a land locked state would be immensely benefitted from it. He categorically said that if the trade between India and Pakistan was increased through the land route then it would immensely benefit the farmers and traders of both the countries by opening new avenues from them thereby resulting in heralding an era of unprecedented economic prosperity for them. Mr Badal also said that the Government of India should also make concerted efforts for opening the trade avenues with the countries of Central Asia through the land route so that people of Punjab could be benefitted from it.
            Replying to another query the Chief Minister said that the state government was fully sensitized to check the crime against women in the state adding that he had asked the Principal Secretary Home Mr DS Bains and Advocate General Mr Ashok Aggarwal to explore the possibility of amending the existing provisions of punishment in such cases so as to make them more harsher. He reiterated that the necessary amendments would be incorporated in the existing laws so that exemplary and strict punishment could be ensured to the culprits involved in crime against women in the state. Mr Badal said that after getting the recommendations from this committee the state government would take the necessary steps to tackle this crime in an effective manner.
            Later on the Chief Minister also paid obeisance at the Sanctum Sanctorum in Sri Harimandir Sahib.
            The Chief Minister was accompanied by Chief Parliamentary Secretary Mr Amarpal Singh Bonny, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Mr SK Sandhu, Principal Secretary Home Mr DS Bains, President of  Khalsa College Governing Council Mr Satyajeet Singh Majithia and Advocate General Punjab Mr Ashok Aggarwal besides several leaders of the SAD-BJP alliance.         

 

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
IRAN TO HOST ASIAN KABADDI CHAMPIONSHIP NEXT YEAR: MOHD. ABASSI
·       SPORTS MINISTER OF IRAN MADE ANNOUNCEMENT AT BATHINDA
·       URGES  SUKHBIR BADAL TO LEAD ASIAN KABADDI FEDERATION
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 13:
Inspired by the successful conduction of World Cup Kabaddi for the consecutive year, Iran Government has also resolved to organize Asian Kabaddi Championship next year at Tehran. It has been announced by Dr. Mohammad Abassi, Sports and Youth Affairs Minister of Iran, at Bathinda. He was here to watch the semi final match between India and Iran.
Mr. Abassi was hopeful that sports are very effective medium to spread love and peace and to bring countries closer. He praised the Punjab Government for organizing such a splendid world class sports competition. Mr. Abbasi urged Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal to lead the Asian Kabaddi Federation for the betterment of this game. He expressed hope that it is mere a matter of time when the Circle Style Kabaddi would be part of Asian Games.
“The ties between India and Iran are getting stronger with the organization of such sports events. We have accepted the offer of Punjab Government to participate in the three nation Indigenous Wrestling Competition going to be organized next year”, he added.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
CANADIAN KABADDI PLAYER FOUND GUILTY OF DOPING
·       ORGANIZING COMMITTEE BANNED THE PLAYER FROM THE WORLD CUP
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 12:

            A Kabaddi player of visiting Canadian team has been found guilty of consuming banned drugs. It was disclosed in the report of National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) to the organizing committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012.
            This report has been reaffirmed by Mr. Shiv Dular Singh Dhillon, Director Sports. He said that Canadian player Varinder Singh Dhanoa has been found guilty and he was banned from the World Cup and the fine would be deducted from the prize money of the Canadian team. It is noteworthy that the teams of NADA had till date collected 88 samples of players from different teams.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
IN TRP MATCH, KABADDI BOLDS OUT CRICKET
·       TEAM OF BBC IN PUNJAB TO COVER THE KABADDI MANIA
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 12:
Riding on its popularity graph, the game of Kabaddi has broken the confinement of village fields and galloped into international arena. The tons of people in India and aboard glued to their TV sets to watch the live coverage of Kabaddi matches. On the other hand massive crowd is thronged at the stadiums during 3rd World Cup Kabaddi matches.
Reports of reliable sources indicate that TRP of the live coverage of Kabaddi matches has surpassed the live coverage of Test Cricket in India. Needless to say that the local population of the countries, teams of which are participating in this World Cup, is also watching the matches of their favorite players on TV. Teams for all the six continents are part of this World Cup and the TV Channel in their respective countries is telecast special reports on Kabaddi matches besides a media crew of internationally renowned leading media house British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is in Punjab to cover the the Kabaddi mania.
The excitement and adventure of watching matches at night under flood light has also become a reason to raise the popularity graph of Kabaddi as it has worked for Cricket in the past. The game of Kabaddi is being taken up by the auditions as T-20 Cricket because of it satisfies the excitement of the auditions in limited duration of time as compared to the test cricket which hangs the excitement of the viewers for 5 days. These are the reasons which are responsible behind the increase of Kabaddi graph in media.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012

GOVERNMENT BUILT 14 NEW STADIUMS IN 3 YEARS WITH RS. 200 CRORE: SUKHBIR SINGH BADAL
·       SAID, “MATCH UNDER FLOOD LIGHTS WITH MILKY BEAMS; A DREAM COME TRUE”
·       EVERY DISTRICT HEADQUARTER WOULD SOON BE DECORATED WITH ULTRA MODERN MULTIPURPOSE STADIUM
MANSA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 11, 2012

The establishment of world class sports infrastructure was our priority once we resolved to engage youth in sports. The Punjab Government has generated all its resources to fulfill this dream, which has become a reality now. It was disclosed by Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab while delivering the speech at Nehru Memorial Government College Stadium, Mansa on the occasion of Kabaddi league match.

          He said that the Punjab government has incurred Rs. 200 core in 3 years for the construction of 14 new stadiums. He said that after the commencement of World Cup Kabaddi in the year 2010, fourteen new ultra modern sports stadium have been built, out of which 6 are multipurpose stadiums decorated with flood lights and 6 other stadiums are world class Astroturf Hockey stadiums. He also made an announced in the years to come, every district headquarter in Punjab would be decorated with ultra modern multipurpose stadium.
He further said that the adventure of playing and watches matches under the milky white beams of flood light always ignites the excitement of Punjabis. “It was a distant dream for the youth of Punjab to play under at night under flood lights, they could have only satisfied their excitement by watching cricket matches Kabaddi matches at night under flood lights because massive crowd has been sitting before their TV screens”added Mr. Badal.
He said that he felt the pulse of people of Punjab and presented before them a dream of night matches in ultra modern stadiums under flood lights. He said that now not only the Punjab but the whole world is watching live kabbadi matches being played at Punjab under flood lights. He said that the scarcity of flood light stadium in Punjab is now a thing of history.
          Mr.Badal said that, “it is interesting to know that the people are more curious to watch matches at night under the flood nights. It has been observed at all the venues, where matches have been playing at night”.
He further said that on similar line with this international event Punjab Government is organizing three nations ‘Indigenous Wrestling’ (Desi Kushti). He said that India, Iran and Pakistan participating in this event.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INDIAN MEN KABADDI TEAM STORMS INTO SEMI FINAL
MALAYSIAN WOMEN TEAM ENTERS IN SEMIS TOPPING THE POOL
·       IN MEN CATEGORY INDIA CRUSHED DENMARK WITH THE MARGIN OF 73-28 POINTS DIFFERENCE
·       ENGLAND DEFEATED AFGHANISTAN BY SCORING 64 POINTS AGAINST 21 OF THE LATTER
·       IN WOMEN SECTION MALAYSIA OUT CLASSED TURKMENISTAN WITH THE MARGIN OF 39-29 POINTS
MANSA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 11:

Performing as per the expectations host Indian men team enters into the semi final crushing Denmark with a huge margin of 73-28 point difference. On the other hand fresher Malaysian women team surprised everybody by topping the pool and storms in to the semi final in a dignified manner by beating Turkmenistan with the point difference of 39-29. England in men section got a respectful departure today by beating Afghanistan with 64-21 points.
With the game of three league matches at Nehru Memorial Government College Stadium of Mansa today the convoy of league matches came to an end. Now the stage has set for the semi final, which are scheduled to play at Bathinda on 12.12.12. Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab participated in the last gathering for the league match here at Mansa as a chief guest whereas Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Education Minister Mr. Balwinder Singh Bhundar, Member Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Tinnu, Chief Parliamentary Secretary. Mr. Prem Mittal and Mr. Chitan Singh Samao (both MLAs) were the guest of honour.
In its last league match India defeated Denmark with massive margin of 73-28 points. At the end of 1st half India was leading with 35-16 points. Indian raiders Baram Singh, Manminder Sran and Sukhbir Sarwan earned 13, 11 and 11 points respectively whereas its stopper Eakam Hathur, Gurpreet Gopi Manaki, Narinder Ram Bittu Dugal bagged 6, 5 and 5 points respectively. Denmark Major Singh and Loverthy Lundbery got 5 point each.
            In women category the match between Malaysia and Turkmenistan earned much applaud from the spectators. Malaysia defeated Turkmenistan with the margin of 39-29 points. Malaysia’s raiders Manpreet Kaur, Paramjit Kaur and Jaswinder Kaur got 9, 7 and 7 points respectively whereas its stoppers Mandeep Kaur and Rekha bagged 5 and 4 points respectively. Turkmenistan’s raider Suleymanogal Margue got 7 points whereas its stopper Lvova Yevgeniy bagged 6 points.
             In another match of men category England crushed Afghanistan with huge margin of 64-21 points. At the end of 1st half England team was leading by 34-8 point difference. England’s raiders Jaskaran Singh, Gurdev Singh, Inderjit Singh and Rajvir Singh scored 10, 10, 9 and 8 points respectively whereas its stopper Jagtar Singh and Gurpreet Singh got 10 and 8 points respectively. Afghan raider Naseer Ahmed and Saifulla Emini got 7 and 8 points respectively whereas its stopper Parvez Shakijada and Saifula got single point only.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
BEST RAIDER AND STOPPER IN WOMEN CATEGORY WOULD ALSO GET MOTOR CYCLES: MALUKA
MANSA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 11:

The organizing committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi announced that the best raider and stopper in women category would also get Motor Cycles apart from the prize money. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, senior vice chairman of organizing committee.
Mr. Maluka said that this decision has been taken with the view to encourage fairer sex. He said that the Punjab Government has recently increased the prize money for the champion team from Rs. 25 lakh to Rs. 51 lakh. He said that the best raider and stopper would also be awarded with Honda Motor Cycle costing 55 thousand.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
KABADDI TEAMS ARE HEADING FOR SHOW DOWN IN SEMI FINAL AT BATHINDA
·        INDIAN AND IRANIAN WOULD WEIGH EACH OTHER STRENGTH WHILE CANADA AND PAKISTAN WOULD LOCK HORN FOR THE ENTRY IN FINALE
·        IN WOMEN CATEGORY INDIA WOULD SHAKE HAND WITH ENGLAND AND MALAYSIA TO TAKE ON DENMARK
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 11:

After the colorful and thunders opening of the 3rd world cup kabaddi at Bathinda the Kabaddi teams have been to different parts of punjab and finally descended down at Multipurpose Stadium of Bathinda for semi final.
The top 4 heavy weights would take on each other. In men section hot favorite and the host Indian team would try its best to dash underdog Iranians to ground whereas Canada would try its luck against the mighty Pakistan. In women category India would be up against England and Malaysia would lock horns with Denmark.
Iran Kabaddi team which was considered the underdogs at the beginning of the World Cup emerged as a strong contender for the title after having been crushing strong team of USA. Now in semi final India can not dare to take Iran lightly. On the other hand the second semi finalist team Pakistan would try to retaliate its defeat in the hands of Canada in the last World Cup at the same ground.
In women category India which is invisible till now would try to outclass England whereas the British team would try hard to cause major upset in the World Cup defeating India. The other semi final would be interesting as it is being played two fresher teams Malaysia and Denmark. Malaysia has emerged as a new super power in women section by crushing England and USA, would like to play Final at Jalandhar.

 

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
BRITISH WOMEN KABADDI TEAM STORMS INTO SEMIS
·        ENGLAND BEAT TURKMENISTAN BY 63-11
·        IN MEN SECTION ITALY OUTCLASSED SIERRA LEONE BY 56-35 AND USA CRUSHED KENYA WITH THE MARGIN OF 75-16 POINT DIFFERENCE

GURDASPUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 10:

            Performing its best game before the tons of auditions at the Government College Stadium, Gurdaspur, the women Kabaddi team of England finally storms into the semi final by defeating Turkmenistan with the margin of 63-16 points whereas in men section two matches were played. First match was won by Italy who out smarten Sierra Leone with the margin of 56-35 and in the second match USA emerges victories, crushing Kenya with a massive margin of 75-16 points.
            Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab was the chief guest where as Mr. Pawan Kumar Tinnu, CPS Sports was the guest of honour. Other dignitaries who were present at the occasion included Mr. Des Raj Dhugga and Mr. Gurbachan Singh Babehali (both CPS) and Mr. Ashwani Kumar and Mrs. Seema Kumari (both MLAs).
            In women category the match between England and Turkmenistan earned much applaud from the spectators. English women brigade made it one sided affair and out classed Turkmenistan in every section and got thumping victory with the margin of 63-16 points

 

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
MODERN GADGET AND TECHNIQUE
MAKES KABADDI FAIRER & SWEET

Chandigarh, December 10:

The game of Kabaddi once confined to the fields of villages in Punjab has now galloped into the international arena. The game has also embraced new techniques with the use of new gadgets which makes it more interesting and transparent. One can see the usage of modern gadgets and techniques in Kabaddi while watching the World Cup Kabaddi match.
 Kabaddi is now using new strict regime of regulation, which it has borrowed from other games of international acclaim. The new chapters of regulation it has incorporated included, the use of third umpire, use of hooter for automatic 30 seconds calculation of a raid, use of green, yellow and red card by the umpire to maintain discipline among the players, placement of lineman outsides the two boundaries.

Like the game of cricket, to decide any contentious point matter is referred to the third umpire who after watching the replay of the match announces his verdict. The match is also telecast live on the big two screens set up at the stadium. The time span of 30 seconds of a raid is being calculated by the use of ‘Hotter’. It is a device which is switched on when a raider go for a raid, siren is banged. After the period of 30 seconds is over the siren again banged automatically.
Linemen are placed outside the two halves, who ensure that the players are remained in their boundaries and their limbs are not touching the outer circumference of the boundaries. More teeth have been provided to the umpires to maintain discipline in the field, who are now equipped with green, yellow and red cards. Green card for warning, yellow for suspension from the game for 2 to 5 minutes and red for barring the player for the whole match.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
MANSA TO WITNESS THE CULMINATION OF LEAGUE MATCHES
·        INDIA IS EYEING SEMI FINAL BERTH BY TOPPING THE POOL
·        IN WOMEN CATEGORY MALAYSIA TO PLAY ITS ALL OUT GAME TO RETAIN TOP POSITION

MANSA/CHANDIGARH, December 10:

The Nehru Memorial Government College Stadium of Mansa would tomorrow witness the culmination league matches. Three matches would be played after which the situation would become crystal clear as to which team would take on which team in the semi final.

Indian men team would be grappling their opponents Danish players to register consecutive third win securing the berth in semi final whereas England would try to outclass Afghanistan. Only one match in the women category on the last day of league matches would be played between Malaysia and Turkmenistan.

In men’s pool A India is basking in the gory of being at the top of pool. India would try to keep its winning stride and would strive to enter into the semi final with dignity. In another match of pool A England would rest its hope for the semi final on two things, one India’s defeat and its colossal victory over Afghanistan.
In women section Malaysia is the surprise emerging power, they would try to retain its winning spree by registering consecutive third victory over Turkmenistan.

25 COUNTRIES TO BE PART OF 4TH WORLD CUP KABADDI: SUKHBIR SINGH BADAL
·       ULTRA MODERN STADIUM BE BUILD AT CHOHLA SAHIB WITH THE INVESTMENT OF RS. 3 CRORE
CHOHLA SAHIB (TARN TARAN)/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 8:

The response from the countries worldwide to participate in this 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012 has been over whelming, which ensure us that 25 countries would be part of next edition of the World Cup Kabaddi. It was announced by Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab today while addressing the gathering during a Kabaadi match at Chohla Sahib.

            Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal enthralled the local audience by announcing that the state government would invest Rs. 3 crore for the construction of ultra modern multipurpose stadium at Chohla Sahib. He declared that the next match of 4th World Cup Kabaddi at Chohla Sahib would be played in the newly built stadium. “Although due to some reasons the game of Cricket is being liked by the peoples but now with the commencement of Kabaddi World Cup, tendency of people has been shifted in favor of Kabaddi”, he added.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
PAKISTAN STORMS INTO SEMI FINAL
·       PAKISTAN BEAT ITALY BY 60-20, SIERRA LEONE DEFEATED SCOTLAND BY 73-24 POINT DIFFERENCE
·       IN WOMEN CATEGORY ENGLAND CRUSHED USA WITH THE MARGIN OF 50-28 POINTS
Chohla sahib (Tarn Taran)/Chandigarh, December 8:

            The second nation after Iran, which secured place in Semi Final of 3rdWorld Cup Kabaddi 2012, is Pakistan, who storms into semis by defeating Italy with margin of 60-20 points. Three matches were played today at the Shri Guru Arjun Dev Stadium of Chohla Sahib in which Sierra Leone in men category and England in women category emerged victories apart from Pakistan. With the victory of England in the women category in Pool ‘B’ the situation become interesting as three teams in this Pool now rested at same footing by winning one game each.
            Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister was the chief guest whereas Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Education Minister and Mr. Ranjit Singh Brahmpura, Former Cabinet Minister Punjab were the guest of honor.
The thrilling moment of the day was the victory of heavy weight Pakistan over Italy. Pakistan gave extraordinary performance and got the thumping entry into the semi final by decisively beating Italy with an impressive margin of 60-20 points. Pakistan on its way to semi final played three matches and remained invincible.  Pakistan’s raiders Safeek Butt, Vikas Butt and Akmal Doger scored 15, 12 and 9 points respectively whereas stoppers Sujad Doger, Mansa Gujar and Musharf Janjua bagged 5, 4, 4 and 3 points respectively.
In another match of men section Sierra Leone opened its account by defeating Scotland with the margin of 73-24 points. Raiders of Sierra Leone A. Buga and Sulieman Kunara got 11 points each and Hasan Kroma scored 8 points whereas its stopper William bagged 7 points.
Match in women category between England and USA got much applaud from the spectators as it was cut through battle for scoring each point, it ended up in the victory of England. British women Kabaddi team out smarten USA women Kabaddi brigade with the margin of 50-28 points. England’s raider Shellttidswal, D. Ford and Louis Redmand scored 6 point each while its stoppers Ashley Hunter and Rosy Heig got 6 and 5 points respectively. Although USA lost the match but its raider Guramrit Kaur had stolen the show by her daring and impressive performance who bagged 17 points.

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NATIONAL ANTI DOPE AGENCY COLLECTS SAMPLES OF 81 PLAYERS FOR DOPE TEST: MALUKA

  • SAMPLES BE TESTED IN LABORATORIES RECOGNIZED  BY WADA
  • INDIAN PLAYERS GIVES SAMPLES FOR SECOND DOPE TEST

 Chandigarh, December 8:
            In an abrupt and surprise action, the teams of National Anti Dope Agency (NADA) collected samples of 81 players belongs to all the teams participating in 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012. The teams of NADA acted swiftly by serving a short notice and collected all the samples on a single day on the sidelines of league matches being played at Rupnagar, yesterday. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Senior Vice Chairman, Organizing Committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012.
Mr. Maluka said that the Indian Kabaddi players (both Men and Women) gave samples for the second dope test, as their first dope test was conducted during the trails. He said that the teams of NADA yesterday served a short time notice to the organizing committee of the World Cup to summon the rest of teams at Rupnagar so that their samples for the dope test could be collected.
He further said that the NADA team randomly selected minimum 4 or 5 players of each Men team and 2 players of each Women team for the samples. “The samples would be tested in the laboratories duly recognized by WADA”, Mr. Maluka added. He said that the samples for the dope test for the rest of players would also be collected in the due course of time during the 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
FAZILKA WOULD GET ENTRY IN INTERNATIONAL KABBADI MAP TOMORROW
·        IN WOMEN CATEGORY INDIA TO TAKE ON CANADA AND ENGLAND WOULD BE UP AGAINST MALAYSIA
·        IN MEN SECTION CANADA AND NORWAY WOULD LOCK HORNS FOR ENTRY IN SEMIS

 Chandigarh, December 8:
It would be an exciting moments for the locals of the Fazilka when they would enjoy the international Kabaddi players taking on each other. Fazilka got an entry into the international kabbadi map as it is hosting league matches of the 3rd world cup Kabbadi for the first time. Three matches would be played tomorrow in Fazilka at M.R. Government College’s Stadium.
            In the first match Canada and Norway would lock their horns to get a berth in Semis. The rest of two matches would be played in Women section. England team would showcase their versatility and strength against the fresher Malaysia whereas second match of Women section would be played between World Champion India and Canada.

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PUNJAB TO MAKE CONCERTED EFFORTS FOR INCLUSION OF MORE PUNJABI PLAYERS IN NATIONAL TEAMS- SUKHBIR SINGH BADAL
·        RUPNAGAR TO HAVE ONE ULTRAMODERN FLOODLIT STADIUM
·        FIRST MAJOR UPSET IN 3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI AS IRAN STORMS INTO SEMI FINALS BY DEFEATING USA
·        ARGENTINA BEATS KENYA BY 55-42 POINTS IN A HARD FOUGHT MATCH
·        MALAYSIAN TEAM TROUNCES USA IN WOMEN’S CATEGORY BY 47-18 POINTS

Rupnagar/Chandigarh, December 7:

The Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal today said that the state sports department is all set to organize special camps for various sports like Football, Volleyball, Wrestling, Hockey and Athletics to ensure inclusion of Punjabi players in National teams representing country in international events.
Addressing a mammoth gathering of Kabaddi fans thronged local Nehru Stadium to witness Kabaddi matches of 3rd world cup kabaddi, Mr. Badal said that the SAD-BJP government was fully committed to encourage sports in a big way to channelize the youth energy for sports thereby saving them from falling prey to drugs. He said that the state government has already implemented a sports policy aimed to create world class sports infrastructure besides taking number of initiative for the welfare of sports person. He said that the special camps would be organized under the supervision of expert coaches and former renowned players to increase the representation of Punjabi players in various national teams. He said that the state government had already constructed/renovated 14 multipurpose/hockey stadiums at the cost of Rs.200 crore and announced to construct a world class floodlit stadium in Rupnagar to give a big boost to the sports activities in the area. He said that he was overwhelmed by the encouraging response to the Kabaddi as more and more countries were vying for taking part in world cup Kabaddi. He said that his top most priority was to include Kabaddi in Common Wealth and Asian Games before making a claim for Olympic and he was quite confident that this target would be achieved with in next 6 years. He said that the prize money for women’s world cup Kabaddi would be further increased next year as more and more countries were coming forward to become the part of this sport.
Earlier, Iran scripted the first major upset of 3rd world cup Kabaddi by defeating USA with a margin of 45-41 points and became the first team to qualify for semi finals. At the end of first half, both the teams were on the same footing with 21-21 points. Iran’s raider Mustafa Hussein scored, Syan got 7 points, whereas its stopper Ali Raza and Asgar Aizm bagged 5 and 3 points respectively. USA’s raider Inderdeep Singh, Baljinder Singh, Kanwar Sandh clinched 16, 5 and 3 points respectively, whereas its stopper Jaskaran, Sandeep Singh and Kulwinder Singh got 4, 3 and 2 points respectively.
The first match of the day in Pool ‘D’ was played between Argentina and Kenya. Punjab Health Minister, Mr. Madan Mohan Mittal inaugurated the match by having introduction with the Players. Argentina beat Kenya with the margin of 55-42 and registered its first victory in the World Cup. At the end of first half, Argentina was leading with the difference of 28-21 points. Argentina’s raiders Yuri Mair, Alexandro and Evan got 17, 11 and 6 points respectively, whereas its stoppers Kristiyan and Sebba got 6 and 4 points respectively.
The second match in the women category was played between USA and Malaysia. Mr. Mittal and Dr. Daljeet Singh Cheema had introduction with the players. Match was won by Malaysia with the difference of 47-18. USA’s team was leading at the end of first half with 23-9, but Malaysia’s team played splendid game in the second half and embraced the victory. Malaysia’s raider Manpreet Kaur, Parmajit Kaur and Amandeep Kaur scored 9, 8 and 8 points respectively, whereas its stoppers Mandeep Kaur, Rekha and Liza got 10, 7 and 3 points respectively. USA’s raider Guramrit Kaur scored 9 points whereas stopper Meena Devi and Babli Devi bagged 3 and 2 points respectively.
Prominent amongst other who were present on the occasion included Mr. Madan Mohan Mittal, Punjab Health Minister, Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema, MLA, Mr. Pargat Singh, MLA, Mrs. Satwant Kaur Sandhu, Former Minister, Mr. Amarjit Singh Chawla, Member SGPC, Mr. Amarjit Singh Satyal, President Municipal Council, Mr. Shivdular Singh Dhillon, Director Sports, Mr. Paramjit Singh Gill, IG Patiala Zone, Deputy Commissioner Mr. Pardeep Aggarwal and SSP Mr. Inder Mohan Singh.

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USA KABADDI TEAM MANAGEMENT CALLS ON SPEAKER ATWAL

CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 7:

The delegation of USA Kabaddi Team Management today called on Dr. Charnjit Singh Atwal, Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly under the leadership of Mr. Harinder Singh Harry Gill, Chairman, USA Unit of Shiromani Akali Dal.
The management of USA Kabaddi Team expressed their gratitude to Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal for showing an overwhelming interest in the sport and for his efforts towards elevating the mother game of Punjabis at the International level. They were highly thankful to the Punjab Government for all the support and arrangements. The manager of USA Kabaddi team apprised Dr. Atwal about their forthcoming encounters in the 3rd World Cup Kabbadi. The delegation was hopeful of the capacity of USA Kabaddi Team and fully assured of a medal in the tournament.
Dr. Charnjit Singh Atwal, while congratulating USA Kabaddi Team Management, threw light on the facilities being provided to the players by the Punjab Government. Mr. Harry Gill also apprised Dr. Atwal about the programs they are executing in USA to strengthen the Party.
The other members of delegation were Mr. Viney Vohra, Vice Chairman, Youth Wing of Shiromani Akali Dal (USA) and Mr. Jaswant Chahal & Mr. Garry Chahal, both Administrative Officers in the American Kabaddi Team.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INDIA AND CANADA REGISTERED IMPRESSIVE VICTORIES
·        IN MEN’S CATEGORY CANADA OUTSHINES NEW ZEALAND BY 62-31 POINTS AND INDIA THRUSH AFGHANISTAN BY 73-24
·        IN WOMEN’S CATEGORY INDIA THRUSH DENMARK BY 60-17 AND USA OUTCLASS TURKMENISTAN BY 44-27 POINTS
Sangrur/Chandigarh, December 6:
Four league matches were played at the War Hero Stadium of Sangrur in which India and Canada registered impressive victories over their opponents whereas Canada outclassed New Zealand. Two women league matches were also played in which India thrushed Denmark by 60—17 points and USA registered victory over Turkmenistan by a margin of 44-27 points.
Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister Punjab came down to see the matches as a Chief Guest whereas Mr. Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, Member Parliament formally inaugurate the first match of the day by having introduction with the teams of Canada and New Zealand. Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa, Finance Minister Punjab and Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Education Minister were also participated in the event as guest of Honours.
The first match was played between the teams of Canada and New Zealand in which Canada defeated New Zealand by 62-31 points. At the end of the half time Canada team was leading by a margin of 32-19 points. Canada’s raiders Laddi Parasrampur, Ravi Sarai and Tejinder Singh Terry Purewal scored 10, 7 and 6 points respectively whereas its stoppers Daljinder and Sere Malleana got 5 points each. New Zealand’s raider Manjot Singh and Dilawar Singh got 6 & 5 points respectively whereas stopper Sukha Raju clinched 5 points.
In women’s category first battle was between the India and Denmark which was inaugurated by Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister by having introduction with the players. Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa was accompanying Deputy Chief Minister. The match was easily won by the Indian women Kabaddi team by an impressive margin of 60-17 points. At the end of first half India team was leading by a margin of 39-5 points. India’s raiders Priyanka and Kulwinder Kaur scored 6 points each whereas Sukhwinder Kaur got 5 points. India’s stoppers Anu Rani, Jatinder Kaur, Mandeep Kaur and Mukhdi were successful in getting 7, 6, 4 & 4 points respectively.
The 3rd match of the day was between women Kabaddi teams of America and Turkmenistan in which America won the match by a margin of 44-27 points. At the end of first half America team was leading with the difference of 21-16 points. American raiders Liana scored 14 whereas Guramrit Kaur scored 13 points. American stoppers Meena Devi & Nathalia got 6 & 4 points respectively. Turkmenistan raider Adureva & Kuzmina scored 7 & 6 points respectively whereas its stoppers Lavova & Ovazova scored 4 & 2 points respectively.
The last match of the day was played between host Indian men Kabaddi team and Afghanistan. India outshined Afghanistan by a margin of 73-24 points. At the end of first half Indian team was leading by 37-11 points. Indian raiders Gurwinder Singh Kahlwan, Malwinder Singh & Ekam Hathor scored 8, 7 & 7 points respectively whereas other raiders Manminder Sra, Sukhbir Singh Sarawan, Sukhi Lakhanke Padha and Gurlal Ghanour scored 5, 5, 4 & 3 points respectively. India’s stoppers Gopi Manki, Yad Kotli, Ekam Hathor & Pala Jalalpur got 4 points each. Indian players gave all round performances. Some of the players performed the role of raiders as well as stoppers. Afghanistan’s raiders Saifullaha Ahmani, Abdul Karim & Nasir Ahmed scored 7, 4 & 3 points respectively whereas stoppers Sakhizada got 1 point only.
Prominent amongst others who were present on the occasion included Mr. Parkash Chand Garg & Mr. Balbir Singh Ghunas (both CPS), Mr. Iqbal Singh Jhunda, MLA, Mr. Gobind Singh Longowal, Former Minister, Mr. Darbara Singh Guru, In Charge Bhadour Constituency, Mr. Paramjit Singh Sidhwan, Akali leader, Mr. Rajinder Singh Kanjala, Mr. Kumar Rahul, Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Paramjit Singh Gill, IG and Mr. Harcharan Singh Bhullar, SSP.

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PUNJAB TO ENACT TWO NEW LAWS FOR NRIs IN VIDHAN SABHA SESSION-MAJITHIA
·           ORDERS TO GIVE PRIORITY TO THE CASES OF NRIs PENDING IN REVENUE COURTS

CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6: The Punjab Government is all set to enact two new laws for the welfare of NRIs including ‘Compulsory Registration of Marriage Act’ and ‘Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Act’ and the both acts would be passed in the ensuing Vidhan Sabha session.  

           Mr. Bikram Singh Majithia, Minister for NRIs Affairs, disclosing this in a high-level meeting said that to save the youngsters of the state from the illegal network of unauthorized travel agents, the newly formed ‘Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Bill’ would be produced in the ensuing Vidhan Sabha session. He said that after enactment of the Act, the travel agents would have to register themselves with the competent authority of Punjab Government.  He said that Punjab would be the first state in the country, which would introduce such a stringent law against the illegal practices of unauthorized travel agents. He said that the new act would encourage the youngsters to go abroad through a proper and legal channel.  

           Informing about the second proposed law namely ‘Compulsory Registration of Marriage Act’, which would also be brought in the ensuing Vidhan Sabha session, Mr. Majithia said that this first of its own kind law would also tighten the noose of grooms against fraud marriages as it would be mandatory for NRIs to register their marriage with the Registrar of Marriages along with their full details of abroad and their address in India.

           Mr. Majithia, who is also holding the portfolio of Revenue Minister, Punjab said that Punjab Government was fully committed to resolve the long pending property disputes of NRIs and the state has taken several initiatives in this regard. He said that fresh orders have also been issued to all the Revenue Courts to redress the cases pertaining to NRIs on priority basis to save the precious time and energy of NRIs.   

           Prominent amongst those were present in the meeting included Mr. Daljeet Singh Cheema, Mr. Pargat Singh, both MLAs, Mr. S.K.Sandhu, Principal Secretary to CM, Mr. D.S. Bains, Secretary Home, Mr. S.S. Channi, Principal Secretary NRI Affairs, Mr. N.S. Kang, Financial Commissioner Revenue, Mr. S. R. Ladhar, Divisional Commissioner Jalandhar, Mr. Anurag Verma, Divisional Commissioner, Roop Nagar, Mr. B. Purushartha, Commissioner NRI Affairs, Mr. Manvesh Singh Sidhu, Special Principal Secretary to Deputy Chief Minister, Mr. Priyank Bharti, Deputy Commissioner, Jalandhar, Mrs. Alak Nanda Dyal, Deputy Commissioner, Kapurthala, Mr. Harcharan Bains, Media Advisor to CM and Mr. D.S. Mangat, Director Information and Public Relations Department, Punjab. 
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THIRD SESSION OF 14TH PUNJAB VIDHAN SABHA ON DECEMBER 17

CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
The third session of 14th Vidhan Sabha has been summoned on December 17, 2012. Disclosing this here today, Mr. Ved Parkash, Secretary, Punjab Vidhan Sabha said that the Governor of Punjab has summoned third session on Monday at Punjab Vidhan Sabha hall, Vidhan Bhawan at 2.00 pm.

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INTRODUCTION OF KABADDI IN ASIAN AND OLYMPIC GAMES IS ON THE ANVIL: DHINDSA
·        MALUKA FELICITATES PARMINDER SINGH DHINDSA FOR BECOMING VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

SANGRUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
“We are working relentlessly for getting the mother game of Punjabis, Kabaddi introduced in Asian and Olympic games. The first step would be to introduce Kabaddi in the national games.” It was stated by Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa, who has recently been elected as the Vice President of the Indian Olympics Committee (IOC). Mr. Dhindsa was here at War Heroes Stadium to enjoy the Kabaddi matches.
Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association (PKA) and Senior Vice President, Administrative Committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi-2012 gave his heartfelt wishes to Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa for his selection as the Vice Chairman of IOC. Mr. Maluka expressed hope that now Kabaddi could easily be elevated at the national and the international platform.
It was Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa’s first visit to Sangrur, after his election as Vice President of IOC. Apart from Mr. Maluka, Mr. Parkash Chand Garg, CPS and Mr. Paramjeet Singh SIdhwan, Senior Akali leader extended warm welcome and congratulation to the Finance Minster Mr. Dhindsa.

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INDIAN WOMEN KABADDI CONTINGENT TOO CLEARS DOPE TEST
·        ONE MEN KABADDI PLAYER, OUT OF REMAINING TWO, ALSO PASS THE DOPE TEST
SANGRUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
The Indian Women Kabaddi brigade, consisting of 19 players, cleared the dope test whereas out of remaining two men kabaddi player, one player also passed this test. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association (PKA) and Senior Vice Chairman, Administrative Committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi-2012.
Divulging the details of the dope test, Mr. Maluka said that the samples of 27 men Kabaddi players of India were taken for dope test, the result of 25 players have been announced a day earlier. “It is matter of Pride and great relief for India that all the Indian Kabaddi Players including Men and Women cleared the dope test”, he added by saying that the result of only one men player is awaiting.
PKA President said that it was the decision of Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab that only those players would be allowed to play in Indian team, who would clear the dope test. Working on this resolution of Punjab Government, the samples of Indian men and women Kabaddi players were taken for the dope test, he added. Mr. Maluka further said that the dope test regime would be strictly implemented on rest of the sports in Punjab so as to realize the motto of this World Cup Kabaddi-2012, “Kabaddi Nu haan, Nasheyaan Nu Naah” (Yes to Kabaddi, No to Drugs), in true spirit.
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PUNJAB CM APPOINTS 3 MEMBERS OF STATE COMMISSION FOR PROTECTION OF CHILD RIGHTS

CHANDIGARH DECEMBER 06:
On the recommendations of the Selection Committee constituted under the chairmanship of Social Security, Development of Women & Child Mr. Madan Mohan Mittal, the Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal today appointed three members of the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. 
Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that Mr. Badal cleared the file to this effect thereby appointing Dr. Jaswinder Singh, Mr. Suresh Kalia and Smt. Sheela Devi as the members of the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights.
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 BADAL CONDOLES THE SAD DEMISE OF RAVINDERPAL SINGH

NOBODY TO BE ALLOWED TO TAKE LAW IN HIS OWN HANDS- CM

CHANDIGARH DECEMBER 6:

            Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal today expressed profound grief and sorrow over the sad demise of Assistant Sub Inspector Mr. Ravinderpal Singh who was shot dead by the miscreants in a firing incident at Chheharta in Amritsar district on Wednesday. 
            Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the CMO said that, the Chief Minister has already directed the Information Public Relations & Revenue Minister Mr. Bikram Singh Majithia along with DGP Mr. Sumedh Singh Saini to visit the bereaved family and share condolences with them in this hour of crisis.   Mr. Badal categorically said that nobody would be allowed to take law in his own hands, whosoever high or influential he may be.
            Meanwhile, the Chief Minister also directed the Commissioner Police Amritsar to probe into the entire matter to ascertain the circumstances which led to this unfortunate incident and also to fix responsibility of the delinquent officials.   Mr. Badal asked the DGP to ensure exemplary punishment to perpetrators of this crime as per the law of the land. 

ARMED FORCES FLAG DAY BE
OBSERVED ON 7TH DECEMBER

Chandigarh, December 6:      Armed forces Flag Day would be observed on 7th December, 2012 to pay tributes to all those known and un-known soldiers who sacrificed their lives guarding the frontiers of our country.
          According to an official spokesman this day is observed to salute the velour of Soldiers both serving and veterans, who fought for unity and integrity & sovereignty.
'TODAY IS FLAG DAY LET US HELP THE FAMILIES OF OUR BRAVE MARTYRS'

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SURVEY ON OUT-OF-SCHOOL-YOUTH BE CONCLUDED TILL DECEMBER 22: MALUKA
  • PUNJAB GOVERNMENT TO WORK TIRELESSLY TO BRING ALL OUT-OF-SCHOOL-CHILDREN OF 6- 14 AGE INTO THE SCHOOLS

CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
The Punjab Government has issued instructions to complete the survey on out-of-school-youth between 6 to 14 years of age till December 22, 2012. The survey would be commenced on December 12. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Education Minister, Punjab. He said that objective behind this survey is to provide basic education to all the out-of-school-youth in the state.
Mr. Maluka said that it is the mandate of the Punjab Government to provide free and compulsory education to all the children up to class-VIII. He further said that during the survey, the teams of Education Department would go in all the distant and de-marginalized areas like; brick-kilns, railway stations, slums and the inhabitations of migrant labourers. Education Minister said that the information thus collected through the survey would be incorporated in the annual report of the year 2012-13 of the state government.
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Punjab suspends 3 SPs


Chandigarh, December 5:

The Punjab government, cracking a whip against errant police officers, today suspended three SPs for indiscipline with immediate effect. Disclosing this a spokesman of the Punjab government today said that three SPs namely Jaskirat Singh Chahal, PPS, SP/Operations, Gurdaspur, Paramjit Singh Grewal, PPS, SP/Detective, Batala and Rachpal Singh Ghuman, PPS, SP/Hqrs., Tarn-Taran have been placed under suspension today for indiscipline on the part of these officers on the recommendation of IGP/Border, Amritsar and they have been directed to report to Punjab Police Headquarters.

                   The Spokesman said that there were many complaints against Sh. Paramjit Singh Grewal, PPS, SP/Det., Batala that he often consumes liquor and creates nuisance in the Police Stations. He was also not discharging his official duties properly and has not made efforts to control or trace crime. Due to his behaviour, the general public was feeling harassed. His actions have brought a bad name to the Police Department which is unbecoming of a police officer.
                   He said that Sh. Jaskirat Singh Chahal, PPS, No. J/5, SP/Ops., Gurdaspur does not take any interest in official work. He does not even put on his uniform. He attends his office as per his own whims and fancies and was not punctual in his duties. He takes liquor even during day time. These acts constitute grave misconduct on his part.
The spokesman further said that Sh. Rachpal Singh Ghuman, PPS, SP/Hqrs., Tarn-Taran is not serious about his job despite being warned repeatedly. Recently he had shown slackness in the security duty of Hon’ble President of India by pretending to be sick. He also did not perform other important security duties at Amritsar. These lapses on his part led to serious security and other problems for police.

                   Departmental action has been initiated against these three officers, he added.
Earlier, on August 31, 2012, Six most undeserving police officers , two each from Commissionerates of Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar namely Gurcharan Singh, ACP Central, ASR, Karamjit Singh , ACP Traffic, Asr, Naresh Kumar, Additional DCP/Crime , Jalandhar, Rajinder Singh Cheema, ACP/Crime, Jalandhar, Manjit Singh Dhesi, Additional DCP Ludhiana, Gurmeet Kaur, ACP/Crime , Ludhiana-were removed from active field duties.
Further, Mr. SK Asthana, IGP was suspended for having manpower more than the authorized strength and misusing them.

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PUNJAB SUSPENDS VIMAL SETIA, PCS, DTO AMRITSAR

Chandigarh, December 5:

The Punjab government today placed the services of Mr. Vimal Setia, PCS, District Transport Officer, Amritsar under suspension with immediate effect.
According to an official spokesman, Mr. Setia has been placed under suspension for failure to discharge his duty to check plying of illegal buses in the district Amritsar. He said that this amounted to grate indiscipline and taking serious note of this the Punjab government has decided to place him under suspension with immediate effect.
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POLICE AND CIVIL OFFICERS TO VIE IN CHIEF MINISTER’S KABADDI CUP-SUKHBIR

·         ANNOUNCES TRADITIONAL WRESTLING CUP BETWEEN INDIA, PAKISTAN AND IRAN
·        PUNJAB TO PROMOTE OTHER TRADITIONAL GAMES TOO

DODA (SRI MUKATSAR SAHIB)/ CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 5: 
The Punjab Government has decided to organize Chief Minister’s Kabaddi Cup, which would be contested by the teams of Civil and Police Officers, with a view to further promote this traditional and mother game of the Punjab.

            Announcing the Chief Minister’s Kabaddi Cup here today while addressing the massive gathering of spectators, Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister said that in view to promote this traditional game and making aware and educate the young generations about mother game of Punjab, the Punjab Government has decided to organize another Kabaddi Tournament before March 2013. He said that matches in the Chief Minister’s Kabaddi Cup would be played at Zonal Level and officers in the rank of IG would lead the police team while Divisional Commissioners would be the captain of Civil Administration team, whereas at Punjab Level competitions DGP Punjab and Chief Secretary, Punjab would lead the teams of Punjab Police and Civil Administration respectively.
           
            Talking about a big change in the people of Punjab for their mother game Kabaddi, Mr. Badal said that the initiative of Punjab Government to organize annually World Cup Kabaddi has brought the Kabaddi to the new heights and he hope that constant efforts of Punjab Government would get the Kabaddi included in Olympics.

Disclosing his plan to promote other traditional games besides Kabaddi, Mr. Badal said that the Punjab Government is going to promote other traditional games by holding international tournaments. He said that under this unique program, the Punjab Government has decided to organize a ‘Traditional Wrestling Tournament’ between India, Pakistan and Iran. He said that this traditional Wrestling in mud was still playing in Pakistan and Iran. He said that Pakistan Punjab Chief Minister has already given his approval for this international event. He said that besides Kabaddi and Traditional Wrestling, the Punjab Government is also contemplating to organize international event of Tug-of-War and Hockey in coming two years

 

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INDIA AND CANADA REGISTERED IMPRESSIVE VICTORIES
·        IN MEN’S CATEGORY CANADA OUTSHINES NEW ZEALAND BY 62-31 POINTS AND INDIA THRUSH AFGHANISTAN BY 73-24
·        IN WOMEN’S CATEGORY INDIA THRUSH DENMARK BY 60-17 AND USA OUTCLASS TURKMENISTAN BY 44-27 POINTS

Sangrur/Chandigarh, December 6:
Four league matches were played at the War Hero Stadium of Sangrur in which India and Canada registered impressive victories over their opponents whereas Canada outclassed New Zealand. Two women league matches were also played in which India thrushed Denmark by 60—17 points and USA registered victory over Turkmenistan by a margin of 44-27 points.
Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister Punjab came down to see the matches as a Chief Guest whereas Mr. Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, Member Parliament formally inaugurate the first match of the day by having introduction with the teams of Canada and New Zealand. Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa, Finance Minister Punjab and Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Education Minister were also participated in the event as guest of Honours.
The first match was played between the teams of Canada and New Zealand in which Canada defeated New Zealand by 62-31 points. At the end of the half time Canada team was leading by a margin of 32-19 points. Canada’s raiders Laddi Parasrampur, Ravi Sarai and Tejinder Singh Terry Purewal scored 10, 7 and 6 points respectively whereas its stoppers Daljinder and Sere Malleana got 5 points each. New Zealand’s raider Manjot Singh and Dilawar Singh got 6 & 5 points respectively whereas stopper Sukha Raju clinched 5 points.
In women’s category first battle was between the India and Denmark which was inaugurated by Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister by having introduction with the players. Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa was accompanying Deputy Chief Minister. The match was easily won by the Indian women Kabaddi team by an impressive margin of 60-17 points. At the end of first half India team was leading by a margin of 39-5 points. India’s raiders Priyanka and Kulwinder Kaur scored 6 points each whereas Sukhwinder Kaur got 5 points. India’s stoppers Anu Rani, Jatinder Kaur, Mandeep Kaur and Mukhdi were successful in getting 7, 6, 4 & 4 points respectively.
The 3rd match of the day was between women Kabaddi teams of America and Turkmenistan in which America won the match by a margin of 44-27 points. At the end of first half America team was leading with the difference of 21-16 points. American raiders Liana scored 14 whereas Guramrit Kaur scored 13 points. American stoppers Meena Devi & Nathalia got 6 & 4 points respectively. Turkmenistan raider Adureva & Kuzmina scored 7 & 6 points respectively whereas its stoppers Lavova & Ovazova scored 4 & 2 points respectively.
The last match of the day was played between host Indian men Kabaddi team and Afghanistan. India outshined Afghanistan by a margin of 73-24 points. At the end of first half Indian team was leading by 37-11 points. Indian raiders Gurwinder Singh Kahlwan, Malwinder Singh & Ekam Hathor scored 8, 7 & 7 points respectively whereas other raiders Manminder Sra, Sukhbir Singh Sarawan, Sukhi Lakhanke Padha and Gurlal Ghanour scored 5, 5, 4 & 3 points respectively. India’s stoppers Gopi Manki, Yad Kotli, Ekam Hathor & Pala Jalalpur got 4 points each. Indian players gave all round performances. Some of the players performed the role of raiders as well as stoppers. Afghanistan’s raiders Saifullaha Ahmani, Abdul Karim & Nasir Ahmed scored 7, 4 & 3 points respectively whereas stoppers Sakhizada got 1 point only.
Prominent amongst others who were present on the occasion included Mr. Parkash Chand Garg & Mr. Balbir Singh Ghunas (both CPS), Mr. Iqbal Singh Jhunda, MLA, Mr. Gobind Singh Longowal, Former Minister, Mr. Darbara Singh Guru, In Charge Bhadour Constituency, Mr. Paramjit Singh Sidhwan, Akali leader, Mr. Rajinder Singh Kanjala, Mr. Kumar Rahul, Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Paramjit Singh Gill, IG and Mr. Harcharan Singh Bhullar, SSP.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INTRODUCTION OF KABADDI IN ASIAN AND OLYMPIC GAMES IS ON THE ANVIL: DHINDSA
·        MALUKA FELICITATES PARMINDER SINGH DHINDSA FOR BECOMING VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

SANGRUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
“We are working relentlessly for getting the mother game of Punjabis, Kabaddi introduced in Asian and Olympic games. The first step would be to introduce Kabaddi in the national games.” It was stated by Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa, who has recently been elected as the Vice President of the Indian Olympics Committee (IOC). Mr. Dhindsa was here at War Heroes Stadium to enjoy the Kabaddi matches.
Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association (PKA) and Senior Vice President, Administrative Committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi-2012 gave his heartfelt wishes to Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa for his selection as the Vice Chairman of IOC. Mr. Maluka expressed hope that now Kabaddi could easily be elevated at the national and the international platform.
It was Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa’s first visit to Sangrur, after his election as Vice President of IOC. Apart from Mr. Maluka, Mr. Parkash Chand Garg, CPS and Mr. Paramjeet Singh SIdhwan, Senior Akali leader extended warm welcome and congratulation to the Finance Minster Mr. Dhindsa.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INDIAN WOMEN KABADDI CONTINGENT TOO CLEARS DOPE TEST
·        ONE MEN KABADDI PLAYER, OUT OF REMAINING TWO, ALSO PASS THE DOPE TEST
SANGRUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 6:
The Indian Women Kabaddi brigade, consisting of 19 players, cleared the dope test whereas out of remaining two men kabaddi player, one player also passed this test. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association (PKA) and Senior Vice Chairman, Administrative Committee of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi-2012.
Divulging the details of the dope test, Mr. Maluka said that the samples of 27 men Kabaddi players of India were taken for dope test, the result of 25 players have been announced a day earlier. “It is matter of Pride and great relief for India that all the Indian Kabaddi Players including Men and Women cleared the dope test”, he added by saying that the result of only one men player is awaiting.
PKA President said that it was the decision of Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab that only those players would be allowed to play in Indian team, who would clear the dope test. Working on this resolution of Punjab Government, the samples of Indian men and women Kabaddi players were taken for the dope test, he added. Mr. Maluka further said that the dope test regime would be strictly implemented on rest of the sports in Punjab so as to realize the motto of this World Cup Kabaddi-2012, “Kabaddi Nu haan, Nasheyaan Nu Naah” (Yes to Kabaddi, No to Drugs), in true spirit.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABBADI 2012
INDIA BEGINS ITS WINNING SPREE BY DEFEATING ENGLAND
·       IN WOMEN KABBADI, DENMARKS BEAT CANADA
·       CM PARKASH SINGH BADAL INAUGURATED THE MATCH AT DODA
·       DENMARK’S STOPPER SET NEW WORLD RECORD BY SCORING 17 POINTS.
Doda, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Dec 5:
          Hot favourite Indian Kabbadi team today initiated its hunt for the world Kabbadi title by decisively defeating Canadian team with a margin of 57-28. In the women Kabbadi tournament, Denmark’s stopper teressa set a new world record by scoring 17 points in a single match. These were the thrilling moment of the day on the fifth day of the third world Cup Kabbadi. Three league matches were played at the Stadium of village Doda in District Sri Muktsar Sahib.
Mr. Parkash Singh Badal Chief Minister Punjab formally inaugurated the match between teams of Denmark and Afghanistan. Denmark won the match by a margin of 55-33 points. At the end of the first half Denmark’s team was leading with point difference of 30-15. Denmark’s raiders Daljinder pal Singh, Jaspes Emil scored 1 3 and 11 points respectively whereas stopper Dhannraj Singh, Jasraj Toor and Jaswinder Bhola got 8, 5 and 5 point respectively. From Afghanistan’s side its raiders Saifulla and Nazib Alla Garzeji clinched 7 point each and raiders Parvaiz Sakhizada and Sapiulla scored 6 and 2 point respectively.
Second match of the day was played between women teams of Denmark and Canada. Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister Punjab inaugurated the match by having introduction with the players of both the teams. Denmark easily won the match by crushing Canadian team with the point difference of 47‑16. Denmark’s raider Ree was Successful in scoring six points where as its stopper Tressa set a new world record by successfully detaining 17 Canadian Players.
          The third match was played between the hot favorites heavy weight teams India and England. Match was won by the team India by defeating England with the difference of 57-28 points.  India’s raider Manjinder Sran and Balram Singh scored 10 points each whereas Malwinder Gobindpura, Sukhdev Sukhi and Sukhbir Sarawan got 8, 4 and 2 point respectively. India’s stopper Ekam and Gurjit Gogo scored 7 point each. Sukhwinder Kahlwan, Gurpreet Gopi and Yadwinder clinched 5, 2 and 2 respectively. On part of England its raiders Jaskarn, Gurdev Gopi and Inderjit got 8, 6 and 4 point respectively whereas its stopper Sandeep Namal and Jagtar Singh jassa scored 5 and 3 points respectively.
          Prominent among others who were present at the occasion included Chief Minister’s younger brother Mr. Gurdas Singh Badal, Mr. pawan Kumar Tinu CPS, Mr. Sant Singh Brar Incharge Giddarbaha constituency, Mr. Harpreet Singh MLA, Mr. Kawarjit Singh Rozy Barkandi, Jathedar Dyal Singh Kolianwali Member SGPC. Mr. K.J.S Cheema Special Principal Secretary to CM, Mr. Raminder Singh Divisional Commissioner, Mr. Parmjit Singh Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Shiv Dular Singh Dillon Director Sports department and others.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INTERNATIONAL KABADDI COMMITTEE BE CONSTITUTED SOON: MALUKA
·        CODE OF ETHICS AND OTHER RULES WOULD BE FRAMED IN CONSULTATION WITH OTHER KABADDI PLAYING NATIONS
·        UMPIRES AND TECHNICAL GROUND STAFF WOULD BE TRAINED
·        TWO OFFICIALS FROM IRAN ARE UMPIRING IN THIS WORLD CUP
DODA (SHRI MUKATSAT SAHIB)/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 5:
            Kabaddi India is now envisaging constituting International Kabaddi Committee on similar lines with other international acclaimed games keeping in view the success of 3 edition of World Cup. This was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Senior Vice Chairman of World Cup and President of Punjab Kabaddi Association.
He said that India has sought suggestions from other Kabbadi playing nations for the formation of this International Kabaddi Committee. He said that other technical aspects like rule and regulation, code of ethics, gradation of coaches and umpires is also being worked upon by a technical sub group. He said that to match the set international professional standard of other games, umpires from other nation have also been invited for umpiring in this World Cup Kabaddi.
Mr. Maluka further said that Iran has responded to India’s this invitation and have sent two umpires. These two Iranian umpires are doing umpiring in this 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012 He said that once the International Kabaddi Committee is constituted efforts would be initialed to train umpires and other technical staff on set procedural guidelines. Mr. Maluka reiterated India has openly announced to send Kabaddi coaches to any other nation who would ask for it.
He said that India has already provided a Kabaddi coach to Kenya who has trained Kenyian Kabaddi team which is playing this World Cup.  Refresher courses for the umpires and other technical staff would be conducted, he added.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI 2012
INDIAN KABADDI PLAYERS CLEARS DOPE TEST
·        RESULT OF INDIAN WOMEN TEAM BE DECLARED SOON
·        SECOND DOPE TEST ON PLAYERS BE CONDUCTED DURING MATCHES TO ENSURE COMPLETE DETACHMENT FROM DRUG
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 5:

            All players of  Indian Men Kabaddi team have cleared the dope test. The officials of NADA have declared the result in this regard where as result of Women Indian Kabaddi team would be announced soon.
Disclosing this here today Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President of Punjab Kabaddi Association, said that 27 Indian Kabaddi players gave the samples for dope test. Out of which results of 25 players have been received and all these players successfully cleared this dope test. He further said that result of the remaining two players is yet to receive. Mr. Maluka said that this is reaffirmation of India’s resolve to keep games dope free. He further said that India has strictly implemented the conduction of dope test on every player who went through trails for getting entry to the Indian Kabaddi team.
            Mr. Maluka said that to keep this 3rd World Cup Kabaddi 2012 totally dope free India has set example by deciding conducting compulsory dope test on all the players who are playing Kabaddi. He further said that results of Indian women Kabaddi players was awaited as soon as result is received from NADA it would be declared there and then. He said that the samples for these dope tests were taken before the commencement of this tournament and now samples for second dope test of the players would be taken during the matches so as to ensure the complete aloofness of the players from the drugs.
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INDIAN WOMEN KABADDI TEAM WOULD STEP IN THE TOURNAMENT AT SANGRUR TOMORROW

  • FOUR MATCHES WOULD BE PLAYED AT WAR HEROES STADIUM
  • INDIAN MEN KABADDI TEAM WOULD TAKE ON AFGHANISTAN

SANGRUR/ CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 5:
Indian women Kabaddi team would kick start its campaign to retain its title for the consecutive year at War Heroes Stadium, Sangrur. The Indian women brigade would take on the fresher European team Denmark. Four league matches two men and two women would be played tomorrow under Pool ‘A’ and ‘B’. The 2nd women Kabaddi matche would be played between the Turkmenistan and USA.
The main attraction for the local crowds would be the match played between India and Afghanistan where as 1st match of the day would be played between Canada and New Zealand. It would be exciting moment for the locals as they would be watching the winner of last time World Cup India and runner up team Canada in action. Indian women Kabaddi team is considered as heavy weight in the women category who is currently holding the trophy of World Cup Kabaddi.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI-2012
GUEST KABADDI TEAMS FULLY SATISFIED WITH THE ARRANGEMENTS: MALUKA
·        PRESIDED OVER THE MEETING WITH THE ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS OF 3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI TO FURTHER UPSCALE THE FACILITIES

HOSHIARPUR, DECEMBER 3:
The Punjab Government is spearheading in conducting the international event for the third consecutive year. It is undoubtedly a matter of pride for us as the guest teams are highly satisfied with the arrangement made by the state government for the 3rd World Cup Kabaddi-2012. It was disclosed by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association and Education Minister, Punjab. He was presiding over a meeting with the administrative committee of World Cup Kabaddi and Team Managers of various teams.
Mr. Maluka further said that the government is inviting suggestion from the guest teams for further up-scaling the arrangements. He said that the participant teams were also apprised about the new rules pertaining to the Kabaddi matches. The teams have been told that a raider could raid the opponent team for maximum ten times and three raids for each raider are imperative for the raider, he added. For maintaining discipline, rules have also been framed like; green card would be shown for warning, whereas yellow card could restrict the player for playing match for five minutes and a red card could barred the player for the whole match.
During the meeting, Mr. Pargat Singh, Chairman, Technical Committee of World Cup and MLA, Mr. Shiv Dular Singh Dhillon, Administrative Secretary and Director Sports and Mr. S.P. Shivdev, Director Tournament was also present.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI-2012
SIERRA LEONE AND SCOTLAND STEPPED IN THE KABADDI BATTLEFIELD AT HOSHIAPUR

  • IRAN BEATS ARGENTINA BY A MARGIN OF 70-18, WHEREAS ITALY THRUSHES SCOTLAND BY 66-19
  • IN THE THIRD MATCH, PAKISTAN EASILY DEFEATED SIERRA LEONE BY 52-12 POINTS DIFFERENCE

HOSHIARPUR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 3:
African nation, Sierra Leone and European nation Scotland today entered in the battlefield of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi as they played their debut matches at Hoshiarpur. League matches for Pool C and D were played in the Multipurpose Outdoor Stadium. Chief Guest Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association and Education Minister, Punjab have introduction with the players. Other dignitaries, who were present at the occasion included; Mr. Sohan Singh Thandal and Mrs. Mohinder Kaur Josh (Both CPS), Mr. Surinder Singh Bhullerathan, MLA, Mr. Tikshan Sood, former Cabinet Minister, Mr. Varinder Singh Bajwa, former MP and Senior Akali Leader Mr. Paramjeet Singh Sidhwan.
In the first match, Iran beat Argentina with the margin of 70-18. At the end of first half, Iran team was leading by 36-8 points. Iran’s raider Mr. Shayan-Hadd-Afi-Kahlilabad and Mr. J. Behnam clinched 10-10 points. Mr. K. Behnam got 8 and Mr. Mustafa Hussein bagged 5 points, whereas stopper Mr. Mehdi Noghosbani scored 8, Mr. Alireza Safari 7 and Mr. Mohsen Mehri got 5 points. On the other hand, Argentina’s raider Mr. Yuri Mier got 5, Mr. Ivan 4 and Mr. Fae Undo scored 3 points. Similarly, Argentina’s stopper Mr. Facundo, Mr. Fernando, Mr. Cristian and Mr. Orlando scored 1 point each.
In the Second match, Italy, which is participating for the second time in this World Cup, crushed Scotland with the margin of 66-19. At the culmination of half time Italy was leading with 38-7 points. Italy’s raider Mr. Baljinder Singh Kheerawali, Mr. Vivek Kumar Sonu, Mr. Dharminder Singh and Mr. Gurbinder Singh scored 8, 7, 7, and 6 points respectively. Italy’s stopper Mr. Harish Kumar, Mr. Tenwant Singh, Mr. Baljit Bhau, Mr. Balraj Baji Jand clinched 5, 5, 5 and 3 points respectively.
In the third match played at Hoshiarpur today, heavy weight contender Pakistan easily won the match from fresher Sierra Leone with the margin of 52-12. At the end of first half, Pakistan’s team was leading by 33-4 points. Pakistan’s raider Mr. Akmal Dogar, Mr. Vikas Butt, Mr. Ishfaq Putha and Mr. Mohammad Irfan scored 7, 7, 6 and 6 points respectively, whereas Pakistan stopper Mr. Asif Ali Maula, Mr. Mansha Gujjar and Mr. Vikas Gujjar got 6, 4 and 4 points respectively. Sierra Leone’s raider Mr. Suleman got 3 and Mr. Mohammad Jalah scored 2 points. Sierra Leone’s stopper Mr. Mohammad Kendey was successful in begging 2 points.
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SIX TEAMS FROM FIVE CONTINENTS WOULD BE IN ACTION AT AMRITSAR TOMORROW

  • AFRICAN NATION KENYA TO PLAY ITS FIRST MATCH
  • ARGENTINA WOULD LOCK HORN WITH AMERICA WHEREAS IRAN-KENYA AND PAKISTAN-SCOTLAND WOULD TAKE ON EACH OTHER

AMRITSAR/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 3:
The holy city Amritsar would witness six teams from five continents locking horns with each other in World Kabbadi Cup matches tomorrow. Three league matches would be played in Pool C and D. Kenya would play its first ever Kabbadi match in international arena.
The matches would be played under the flood lights in late in the evening. In Pool D teams of America and Kenya would be seen in action. The first match would be played between Argentina and America whereas Iran and Kenya would try their luck in the second match. Pakistan and Scotland would be up against each other in the third match. Sports department of the Punjab government and district administration had made elaborate arrangements for the matches. National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) has also deputed their teams for the dope tests.
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DENMARK, THE FIRST NON ASIAN COUNTRY HAVING ACCORDED RECOGNITION TO KABADDI

  • DANISH PLAYER ENTHRALLED THE PATIALVIS

PATIALA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 3:
The efforts of the Punjab Government to elevate the mother game of Punjabis-Kabaddi, at the global map, born fruits as the Government of Denmark has accorded recognition to Kabaddi. Government of Denmark included Kabaddi in the list of recognized games. With this, Denmark has become the first non Asian country to embrace this game, which originated in India.
Speaking to the media persons, a key player of Denmark team Mr. Thomas Kluzer said that Kabaddi is getting popular day by day in Denmark. He added, “In the men team, seven players are the local natives of Denmark, whereas the women team totally comprised of local players.” Denmark played its first match at Yadwindra Public School Stadium, Patiala against England. Denmark was considered as dark-horse in the competition, which played its match against the mighty English team, enthralled the Patialvis with their valiant fighting spirit. The Danish team was thoroughly cheered on by the full house stadium at Patiala. Although, Denmark lost its match against England by a margin of 25-58, but they were successful in making their presence felt in the World Cup Kabaddi.
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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI-2012
BEAUTIFIED WITH FIVE NEW PLAYERS; ENGLISH WOMEN KABADDI TEAM READY TO STEAL THE SHOW

  • ARMY, POLICE AND EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS ARE PART OF ENGLISH WOMEN TEAM

CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 3:
The English women team, which would step in the World Kabaddi battlefield for the second time, is in highly upbeat mood this time. “During the selection of the English Women Kabaddi Team, there was great enthusiasm among the probable. It was difficult task to finalize the players for the National Women Kabaddi team.” It was disclosed by Mr. Ashok Dass, Team Manager, England Women Kabaddi Team.
He said, “After the cut throat fight during the trials, five new players were selected for the Women Kabaddi Team.” Army, Police and Educational professionals are part of this England’s Women Kabaddi Team, he added. Mr. Dass expressed hope for better performance in this World Cup Kabaddi as their team was the runner up in the last edition of World Cup Kabaddi. He reaffirmed their commitment to give befitting fight to the rest of women teams in this international event.
Ms. Rosy, Captain of English Women Kabaddi Team, said, “Kabaddi matches were hugely admired by the English audience as they chocked the You-tube and other internet medium for watching the matches.”
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3rd World Cup Kabbadi 2012 (Result from Patiala 02.12.12)
1st Match
England Beat Denmark by 58-25
England leading 27-14 in first half
England’s Raider
Gurdev Gopi- 10 points
Sukhdial Singh- 8 points
Gurdeep Deepa- 7 points
England’s Stopper
Jagtar Jagga- 8 points
Gurdit Singh- 5 points
Gurpreet Singh- 5 points
Denmark’s Raider
Daljinder Singh- 9 Points
J Emil- 6 points
Denmark’s Stopper
Dhanraj Singh- 2 points
Jaswinder Singh- 2 points

2nd Match
Norway Beat New Zealand by 52-35
Norway leading in first half 31-14
Norway’s Raider
Gama Tibba- 10 points
Ranjit Bath- 9 points
Gurpreet Singh- 9 points
Norway’s Stopper
Rachpal Singh- 5 points
Lakhvir Lakha- 5 points
New Zealand’s Raider
Manjot Singh-10 points
Jatinderpal Singh-7 points
New Zealand’s Stopper
Kamal Singh- 2 points
Lakhvir Singh- 2 points

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GALA OPENING OF 3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI MAKES ITS DETERMINED ARRIVAL ON WORLD SPORTS SCENE

  • HOMAGE PAID TO FORMER PM INDER KUMAR GUJRAL
  •      CM DEDICATES 3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI TO FORMER PM
  • ·        OPENING PROGRAM SHORTENED BY TWO HOURS
  • ·        FIREWORK IN THE OPENING PROGRAM ELIMINATED
  • ·        FLAGS OF PARTICIPATING COUNTRY NOT HOISTED TO PAY TRIBUTE TO FORMER PM
  • ·        BIGGEST SPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA UNFOLDS IN PUNJAB AS SUKHBIR TERMS IT AS A BEGINNING OF SPORT REVOLUTION
  • ·        23 TEAMS FROM 18 NATIONS MAKE A SPIRITED ATTEMPT TO WIN RS.6.29 CRORE
  • ·        THE CHARMING APPEAL OF AKSHAY, ASIN AND CLAUDIA CAPTURE THE MINDS OF 6 CONTINENTS

BATHINDA, DECEMBER 1:

The traditional game of Punjab Kabaddi today announced its determined arrival on World Sports Scene as 23 teams, 16 men and 7 women, from all the six continents, descended on the heartland of Malwa as Punjab witnessed biggest ever sports extravaganza in the gala but somber opening of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi.

The Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal and Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal paying homage to Former Prime Minister Mr. Inder Kumar Gujral reiterated their resolve to make Punjab most literate in scientific temperament that also excelled in sports as visualized by former Prime Minister. Chief Minister dedicated the 3rd World Cup Kabaddi to former Prime Minister to Mr. Inder Kumar Gujral and nurturing sports talent amongst Punjabi youth would be the befitting tribute to him.The Chief Minister said that he had cancelled all the events during the mourning period of Former PM but third world Cup Kabaddi being the International event could not be cancelled and rescheduled.

The originally scheduled four hour long opening extravaganza was curtailed to one hour 45 minutes in view of demise of former PM. It was also decided to do away with 15 minute long firework program in the ceremony. It was also decided not to hoist the flags of participating countries in view of mourning period.

The Multipurpose Sports Stadium that was all decked up to welcome players from 18 countries gave a befitting show showcasing the rich culture and history of the pious land of Punjab, showcasing the progress made by the state during last six years and also reflecting the vision of the present government for next 25 years. As world famous DJ Nitin begun the show with the somber note, a two minute silence was observed to pay homage to former Prime Minister Mr. Inder Kumar Gujral. A voice over recalling the contribution of first Punjabi Prime Minister towards country in general and Punjab in particular resounded the stadium; every eye of the participants as well as audience became moist in his fond remembrance.
The show that started on somber note captured everyone’s imagination at the end with Bollywood Superstar Akshay and famous Bollywood Ghajni fame starlet Asin and Claudia (German Actress) in their true style performing on the sound track of his upcoming film Khiladi 786, the Akshay and Asin duo surprised everyone as they entered the stadium on a decked up truck as the truck moved on the periphery of the stadium Akshay, Asin and Claudia won the hearts of pre-dominant Punjabi audience by waiving on them and doing ‘Sat Sri Akal’ with the elder ones.  The much enthused audience were trying to storm in much barricaded stadium but Akshay on the slow moving truck tried to please everyone in the audience. As the background music track switched to the latest song of Khiladi 786, Akshay, Asin and Claudia moved to the center stage and gave their spirited performance along with a troupe of 49 dancers. As the show reached its crescendo, the troupe of dancers froze on the stage with Akshay, Asin and Claudia moving out of stadium in a convertible car wishing a grand success to the 3rd Edition of World Cup Kabaddi.
Earlier Taz from Stereo Nation and Miss Pooja mesmerized the audience with their chart buster numbers with hundreds of dancers beautifully choreographed setting a stage for mega show.

The opening ceremony began with the cadets of NCC march past in the stadium on the beats of Army Band. The visual snippets gave an overview of first two editions of World Cup Kabaddi that has brought the traditional game of Punjab on the center stage of world’s sports arena. As the show began the famous compere Joy Bath and Satti took the center stage and Joy in his famous style energized the audience preparing them for a live two hour star studded show that would make the beginning of 15 day sports carnival. As Satti spoke about the rich cultural heritage of Punjab and importance of Kabaddi in Punjabi Culture, the countdown began for a musical show with 22 drummers announcing the determined arrival of traditional Punjabi game on International scene.
The show began with 24 Zorbing Balls show in which dancers in 8’ transparent zorbing balls created a choreographed spectacle as they moved in ground into various patterns and forms beautifully assisted by colourful LED lights. The show performed first time in India transformed the total environment of the stadium.  
The second act of the colourful evening began with the show ‘Hindustan Dee Shaan-Punjab’, in which 1200 children with frames depicting to create five rivers of Punjab interspersed with water screens and laser lights with voiceover giving the rich cultural history of Punjab and also underlining the vision of present Government to meet the challenges of future. As the puppets joined the children on the stage and on the ground the act concluded with huge colourful GOBOS on the ground.
The Punjabi masculinity was on full scene as Captains of 23 teams entered the stadium riding on the pillion bullet motorcycles, each bullet tagged with the country they belonged to. The Kabaddi Teams entered the stadium in a geometrical order and took position on the stage against the respective flags of their country. As the players lined-up, the whole stadium was lit up with a laser show. As the third group of children made a choreographed pattern on the ground and flip their calesthenic boards to create the face of Deputy CM Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, at that moment the Deputy Chief Minister appeared in the ground on a hydraulic lift. As he reached the stage and shook hands with Captains of each team on the stage the voiceover spoke about the initiatives of Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal in popularizing the traditional game of Kabaddi.
The moment introduction ceremony was over the ‘JAANBAAZ’, the mascot of the game appeared dramatically on the hydraulic with a baton on his hand. The Jaanbaaz hands over baton to first athlete in the VIP Box and baton passes on from first athlete to second waiting athlete and so on in anti clockwise direction and where it is finally handed over to Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal and Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal and Chief Minister declared the 3rd Edition of World Cup Kabaddi Open. As the games were declared open Captains of all the teams step forward to take a oath that they would play the game in the true spirit of sportsmanship.
Speaking on the occasion Punjab Deputy Chief Minister said that it was his dream to take traditional game of Kabaddi to Olympic level. He said that an humble beginning has already been made with Director of Sports of International Olympic Association sending a communiqué to him wishing the 3rd Edition of World Cup Kabaddi a grand success. He said that the first edition of World Cup Kabaddi that started with 9 nations has reached a level in which 23 teams, 17 male and 6 female from 18 nations descended in Punjab to participated in this game. Mr. Badal said that he was happy for the fact that teams of 8 nations have no player of Indian origin and Kabaddi has now become a truly international game.
Striking an emotional chord with the people, the Punjab Chief Minister Mr Parkash Singh Badal dedicated this world Kabaddi Cup to the late former Prime Minister of India Mr Inder Kumar Gujral, who was a true son of Punjab. In his inaugural address the Chief Minister said that the World Kabaddi Cup was a real tribute to the late former Prime Minister Mr Inder Kumar Gujral as it was his mission to promote brotherhood, goodwill and peace in the Indian Subcontinent, a work that was being ably done by this tournament. He hoped that this event would go a long way in accomplishing the mission of friendship and harmony between the participating countries especially between India and Pakistan, which was a cherished dream of Mr Gujral. Mr Badal further said that to pay homage to the departed leader he had cancelled all his official programs till December 6 however as this prestigious event was an international affair so it could not have been cancelled on the spot.
Terming the day as a ‘Red letter day’ in the history of the state, the Chief Minister congratulated the team of Deputy Chief Minister Mr Sukhbir Singh Badal and his team for organizing this gala event aimed towards recognizing the Kabaddi at international level. He said that as the people of state regard Punjabi as their mother language in the same manner they consider Kabaddi as their mother sport however unfortunately it had been ignored since long. However Mr Badal said that owing to the stupendous efforts made by the Deputy Chief Minister the game has been recoginesed  not only in the country but in Asian, African and even the European countries. “I am sure that the day is not far when this popular game of the Punjabis will be included in the Olympics also” added Mr Badal.Has he declared vthe game open the stadium lit up with colourful lights.  

Cabinet Ministers including Mr. Bikram Singh Majithia, Mr. Janmeja Singh Sekhon, Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, Mr. Parminder Singh Dhindsa, Mr. Sarwan Singh Phillaur, Mr. Ajit Singh Kohar and Chief Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Pawan Kumar Tinu and scores of MLA participated in the mega event. From Afghanistan Mohammad Zahir Aghbar, President Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and Begum Anarkali, Senator came specially to become part of this mega show.  

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3rd World Cup Kabbadi 2012
SCOTTISH TEAM CAPTIVATES THE AUDIENCE ADORING TRADITIONAL SKIRT ATTIRE
·        SCOTTISH TEAM SURPRISED TO SEE THE PASSION OF PUNJABIS FOR THE GAME OF KABADDI: SCOTTISH CAPTAIN BIAIR HAWTHORN


BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH,  DECEMBER 1:
The Scottish Kabaddi team adoring in their traditional attire of skirt shape dress today captivated the audience when they entered the ground to participate in the World Cup Kabaddi-2012.
This team, from the north-end of globe, has descended for the first time to participate in the mother game of Punjabis-Kabaddi. The entire stadium resounded with claps to welcome the guest Scottish team.
Speaking with the media, the captain of the Scottish team Mr. Biair Hawthorn said that they are surprised to see the love of Punjabis for the game of Kabaddi. He said that the passion of Punjabis for Kabaddi is the same as scottish people love the football game.
Mr. Hawthron further said, ‘the game of Kabaddi caught the attention world-wide, when the Punjab Government had successfully managed to launch the Kabaddi at the world platform by conducting World Cup Kabaddi in 2010 first time”. He said that under the motivation and insipration of Punjabis living in Scottland, they mastered the techniques of Kabaddi in a very short span of time. He eulogized their coach Mr. Prem singh (Jalandhar based NRI) for his efforts in the constitution of Scottish Kabaddi team.

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3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI-2012
KENYA’S VOYAGE FROM MARTIAL ART TO KABADDI-A PARADIGM SHIFT
·        KENYA BECOMES THE FIRST TEAM OF THE AFRICAN CONTINENT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WORLD CUP KABADDI
BATHINDA/CHANDIGARH, DECEMBER 1:
Kenya has become the first nation of the African Continent, which has descended down to the heartland of the Malwa to participate in World Cup Kabaddi. Two teams from the African Continents are participating in this 3rd edition of World Cup Kabaddi, besides Kenya second entry from African Continent is Sierra Leone.
Visually enthralled Captain of the Kenyan Mr. Johan Khakame, while speaking to the media, said that Kenya is known for its passion for Martial Art sports. He added, “Now, the game of the Kabaddi has become the ‘new love’ of the Kenyans”. He said that the Kenya has produced the universally renowned players of Tai-Kwando, Rugby and Kick Boxing. He said that the Kenyan Kabaddi team has been structured under the supervision of their coach Mr. Manjinder Singh, the Punjabi origin NRI. Mr. Khakame further said that, “this is the beginning and in the 4th edition of the World Cup Kabaddi, many more African nations will join the flock marching toward Kabaddi.

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3rd World Cup Kabaddi Punjab-2012
KABADDI INCHING TOWARDS INDUCTION IN OLYMPICS ARENA
·        INTERNATIONAL OLYMPICS COMMITTEE ACKNOWLEDGES WORLD CUP KABADDI; SENDS GREETING FOR ITS GRAND SUCCESS
CHANDIGARH, NOVEMBER 30:
Kabaddi has caught the attention of top international sports authority as International Olympics Committee (IOC) sent facilitations to the Punjab Government for the success of World Kabaddi Cup-2012. Disclosing this here today, Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President, Punjab Kabaddi Association said that Kabaddi is fast marching forward for getting berth in the arena of Olympics. He said that the Punjab Government has received greetings from the IOC, Wishing state government for the success of World Kabaddi Cup-2012.
            Education Minister further said that there is no iota of doubt that Kabaddi has now caught the attention of the world. He said that the participation of 23 teams from the six continents of the world is the manifestation of popularity of this game world over. He said that in the third World Kabaddi Cup, teams from African continent (Kenya and Sierra Leone) and Australian continent (New Zealand) are also participating. Mr. Maluka further said that the Punjab Government has resolved to work tirelessly till the time this mother game of Punjabis is inducted in to Olympics.

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3rd World Cup Kabbadi Punjab-2012
12 MEN AND 3 WOMEN KABBADI TEAMS ARRIVED
·       PAKISTAN, SIERRA LEONE AND ARGENTINA TEAMS WOULD ARRIVE TOMORROW
Chandigarh, November 30:
To participate in 3rd World Cup Kabbadi Punjab -2012, 12 men and 3 women teams arrived in Punjab today. Three more teams would arrive by tomorrow morning. (December 1, 2012)
Disclosing this here today a spokesman of Punjab Government said that teams in men section England, Afghanistan, Denmark, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, India, Scotland, Italy, Iran, Kenya and USA have arrived in Punjab and in women section teams of India, England and Malaysia have also arrived today. Warm welcome was showered to the visiting teams by the Punjab Government. The teams who are scheduled to land tomorrow included Pakistan, Sierra Leone and Argentina.

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3rd World Cup Kabaddi Punjab-2012
WORLD KABADDI EXTRAVAGANZA TO COMMENCE TODAY
·         DY CM INPECTS THE PREPAREDNESS OF THE STADIUM
·         NEW SPORTS REVOLUTION ENGULFS THE STATE
·         SPORTS WOULD BECOME COMPULSORY PART OF SCHOOL CURRICULUM
·        23 COUNTRIES FROM SIX CONTINENTS WOULD FIGHT FOR THE TITLE
·        CUT THROAT FIGHT FOR RS.2 CRORE MEN TITLE AND RS.51 LAKHS FOR WOMEN TITLE
·        NADA HAS DEPUTED TEAMS TO FOR DOPE TEST
CHANDIGARH, NOVEMBER 30:
The state of Punjab is all set to imbue with the fervour of their mother game Kabaddi with the thumping start of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi at Multipurpose Stadium of Bathinda. This Kabaddi extravaganza would commence under the whitish flood lights amid colourful and cultural showcase of Punjabi culture on December 1, 2012. Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal has today purposely descended to the stadium to inspect the final preparedness of the administration and the sports authority. He was accompanied by Mr. Sikander Singh Maluka, President Punjab Kabaddi Association and Education Minister and Mr. Saroop Chand Singla, Chief Parliamentary Secretary.
After the surveillance of the stadium, Mr. Badal said that all the preparations for conducting this international event have been concluded. He said that Kabaddi is very dear to the Punjabis, which consider it as their mother game. DCM said that it is matter of proud that Kabaddi has progressed leaps and bounds, which is evident from the fact that in the first World Kabaddi Cup only 9 international teams participated, whereas in third edition of the World Kabaddi Cup, 23 countries from all the six continents have come down to play.
Mr. Badal further said that a new sport revolution has whirl-winded the state. He announced that the Punjab Government has decided to induct sports as compulsory subject in school curriculum. He said that the contents of this subject would be at par with international standards. Deputy Chief Minister said that Kabaddi is also getting popularity in the fairer sex as the number of woman teams participating in this international event has increased from four to seven. He said that 250 women sportspersons have given trials to get birth in Indian women Kabaddi team.
Mr. Badal said that elaborate arrangements have been made to keep this international Kabaddi extravaganza drugs free. He said that for this purpose, National Anti Dope Agency (NADA) has deputed teams for conducting dope test on the players. He said that the samples of dope would got be tested from the laboratories duly recognized by World Anti Dope Agency (WADA). He said that anyone found guilty of taking drugs would be banned for two years, besides curtailment of prize money. Mr. Badal said that Rs.40 lakhs has been spared for dope tests.
He said that teams of men section have been divided in four pools. Pool A would consist of India, Afghanistan, England and Denmark, while Canada, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Norway would be in Pool B, Pool C would consist of Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Scotland and Italy whereas Pool D would contain Argentina, Iran, Kenya and USA. He said that there would be two pools in women category, India, Canada and Denmark would be in Pool A while the teams of England, Turkmenistan, USA and Malaysia are in pool B.
Divulging details of matches to be played between teams at different stadiums, Deputy Chief Minister said that on December 2 matches of men teams would be played at Patiala from 6:30 pm onwards between England Vs Denmark, New Zealand Vs Norway and India Vs Afghanistan, On December 3 matches would be held at Hoshiarpur from 1pm onwards between Argentina Vs Iran, Scotland Vs Italy and Pakistan Vs Sierra Leone, on December 4 matches would be played at Amritsar from 6:30pm between Argentina Vs USA, Iran Vs Kenya and Pakistan Vs Scotland, on December 5 Doda (Mukatsar) would witness the matches from 1pm onwards between Afghanistan Vs Denmark, Canada Vs Denmark (Women), Sri Lanka Vs Norway, on December 6 Sangrur would witness the matches from 12:30pm between England Vs Afghanistan, India Vs Denmark (Women), Turkmenistan Vs USA (Women), Canada Vs Sri Lanka, on December 7 the matches would be played at Roop Nagar from 1pm between Argentina Vs Kenya, USA Vs Malaysia (Women) and Iran Vs USA, on December 8 the matches would be played at Chohla Sahib (Tarn Taran) from 1pm between Sierra Leone Vs Scotland, England Vs USA (Women), Pakistan Vs Italy, December 9 would be witnessed the matches at M.R. Government College Stadium, Fazilka from 12:30pm between Canada  Vs New Zealand, England Vs Malaysia (Women), India Vs Canada (Women) and India Vs England, on December 10 matches would be played at Gurdaspur from 6:30pm onwards between Sierra Leone Vs Italy, England Vs Turkmenistan (Women), Kenya Vs USA and December 11 would witness the matches from 12:30pm between the teams Canada Vs Norway, New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka, Turkmenistan Vs Malaysia (Women) and India Vs Denmark.  The semi finals between winners of Pool-A Vs winner of Pool-D (I) would be played at Bathinda on December 12 from 6:30pm followed by II semi final between winner of pool-B Vs winner of pool-C and winner of Pool-A Vs runners of Pool-B (Women-I) and winner of Pool-B Vs runner of Pool-A (Women-II).
The Dy CM said that the competitions for 3rd and 4th position of men category would be held at Jalandhar on December 13 from 6:30pm onwards between loser of I Vs loser of II followed by competitions of women category for 3rd and 4th position between Loser of I Vs Loser of II, while the Final of Women category would also be played on the same day at 8:30 pm.
Mr. Badal said that only final of men category would be played on December 15, 2012 on the closing ceremony of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi at Ludhiana. He said that all the matches in both categories would be played on league-cum-knock out basis. He said that in men category top one team of each pool will qualify for the semis. PTC will telecast live Pearls 3rdWCKP-2012 matches, opening and closing ceremonies.

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3rd World Cup Kabaddi Punjab-2012
TEAMS FROM IRAN, KENYA AND NEW ZEALAND ARRIVED, 8 MORE TO REPORT TODAY
  • Final schedule of WCKP-2012 released

Chandigarh, November 29: The participating teams started arriving for 3rd World Cup Kabaddi Punjab -2012 being organized from December 1 to 15 at 13 different venues of the state with the landing of Iran, Kenya and New Zealand teams and 8 more teams namely Denmark, Norway, Scotland, England ( Men & Women ), Italy and Afghanistan are on the way and will report by tomorrow.
Disclosing this here today a spokesman of State Sports department said that meanwhile final schedule of the matches has been released.

 

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE OF 3RD WORLD CUP KABADDI-2012

MEN SECTION

 

WOMEN SECTION

POOL-A

POOL-B

POOL-C

POOL-D

POOL-A

POOL-B

1.  INDIA

1. CANADA

1. PAKISTAN

1. ARGENTINA

1. INDIA

1. ENGLAND

2. ENGLAND

2. NEW ZEALAND

2. SIERRA LEONE

2. IRAN

2. CANADA

2. TURKMENISTAN

3. AFGHANISTAN

3. SRI LANKA

3. SCOTLAND

3. KENYA

3. DENMARK

3. U.S.A.

4. DENMARK

4. NORWAY

4. ITALY

4. U.S.A.

 

4. Malaysia

Pool A & B teams in Men section will be stationed at Bathinda.                                                   Women teams of A & B pool will be stationed at Ludhiana.
Pool C& D teams in Men section will be stationed at Jalandhar.


3rd WORLD CUP KABADDI, PUNJAB-2012
MATCHES SCHEDULE - LEAGUE STAGE

01.12.2012                     OPENING CEREMONY AT BATHINDA


Date

Venue

Match No.

Match

Time

Pool

02.12.2012

 Patiala

1

England V/S  Denmark      (MEN)

6.30 PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

2

New Zealand V/S   Norway  (MEN)

7.30 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

3

Canada V/S Sri Lanka (MEN)

8.30 PM

(Pool-B)

03.12.2012

Hoshiarpur

4

Argentina V/S Iran  (MEN)

1.00 PM

(Pool-D)

 

 

5

Scotland V/S Italy  (MEN)

2.00 PM

(Pool-C)

 

 

6

Pakistan  V/S Sierra Leone  (MEN)

3.00 PM

(Pool-C)

04.12.2012

Amritsar

7

Argentina V/S USA (MEN)

6.30 PM

(Pool-D)

 

 

8

Iran V/S Kenya (MEN)

7.30 PM

(Pool-D)

 

 

9

Pakistan V/S Scotland    (MEN)

8.30 PM

(Pool-C)

05.12.2012

Doda (Mukatsar)

10

Afghanistan V/S Denmark (MEN)

1.00 PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

11

Canada V/S Denmark (WOMEN)

2.00 PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

12

India V/s England  (MEN)

3.00 PM

(Pool-A)

06.12.2012

Sangrur

13

Canada V/S New Zealand   (MEN)

12.30 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

14

India V/S Denmark     (WOMEN)

1.30 PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

15

Turkmenistan V/S USA (WOMEN)

2.15PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

16

India V/s Afghanistan   (MEN)

3.15 PM

(Pool-A)

07.12.2012

Roop Nagar

17

Argentina V/S Kenya (MEN)

1.00 PM

(Pool-D)

 

 

18

USA V/S Malaysia (WOMEN)

2.00 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

19

Iran V/S USA (MEN)

3.00 PM

(Pool-D)

08.12.2012

Chola Sahib (Tarn Taran)

20

Sierra Leone V/S Scotland (MEN)

1.00 PM

(Pool-C)

 

 

21

England V/S USA         (WOMEN)

2.00 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

22

Pakistan V/S  Italy   (MEN)

3.00 PM

(Pool-C)

Contd……………….2


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09.12.2012

M.R. Govt. College Stadium, Fazilka

23

Canada V/S  Norway (MEN)

12.30PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

24

England V/S Malaysia (WOMEN)

1.30 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

25

India V/S Canada (WOMEN)

2.15PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

26

New Zealand V/S  Sri Lanka (MEN)

3.00PM

(Pool-B)

10.12.2012

Gurdaspur

27

Sierra Leone V/S Italy  (MEN)

6.30PM

(Pool-C)

 

 

28

England V/S Turkmenistan (WOMEN)

7.30PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

29

Kenya V/S  USA   (MEN)

8.30PM

(Pool-D)

11.12.2012

Mansa

30

England  V/S Afghanistan    (MEN)

12.30PM

(Pool-A)

 

 

31

Norway V/S Sri Lanka (MEN)

1.30PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

32

Turkmenistan V/S Malaysia WOMEN)

2.30 PM

(Pool-B)

 

 

33

India V/S Denmark (MEN)

3.15PM

(Pool-A)

12.12.2012

BATHINDA
 (SEMI FINALS)

34

WINNER OF POOL- A V/S WINNER OF POOL-D        -I
(MEN)

6.30PM

 

 

 

35

WINNER OF POOL-B V/S WINNER OF POOL-C      - II
(MEN)

7.30PM

 

 

 

36

WINNER OF POOL-A V/S
RUNNER OF POOL-B (WOMEN) - I

8.30PM

 

 

 

37

WINNER OF POOL-B V/S
RUNNER OF POOL-A (WOMEN) -II

9.15PM

 

13.12.2012 

Jalandhar
 (WOMEN FINALS)

38

For 3rd and 4th place (MEN)
LOSER OF  I V/S
LOSER OF II

6.30PM

 

 

 

39

For 3rd and 4th place (WOMEN)
LOSER OF  I V/S
LOSER OF II 

7.30PM

 

 

 

40

Finals (WOMEN)
WINNER OF I V/S
WINNER OF- II

8.30PM

 

14-12-2012

Rest day

 

 

 

 

15.12.2012

LUDHIANA FINALS AND CLOSING CEREMONY

41

FINAL      (MEN)
WINNER OF 1 V/S WINNER OF II

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLOSING CEREMONY AT LUDHIANA

 

 

Note:- (1)         All the matches both in Men & Women section will be played on league-cum- knock out basis. In Men Section top one team of each  pool will qualify for Semi Finals (Knock out   stage) and in Women Section top 2 teams of each pool will qualify for Semi Finals.
(2)        Teams shall report to the officials one  hour before the start of the match.
(3)        Matches will be played as per latest rules of the game.
(4)        Schedule can be changed due to reasons beyond the control of the organizers.

ORGANISING SECRETARY


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23 NATIONS TO VIE FOR Rs 4.54 CRORE PRIZE MONEY OF 3RD WCKP-2012

  • AKSHAY TO ENTHRALL AUDIENCE IN THE OPENING CEREMONY AT BATHINDA
  • INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES SUKHBIR FOR HOSTING WORLD CUP KABADDI
  • CHIEF MINISTER OF PAK PUNJAB TO BE CHIEF GUEST IN THE CLOSING CEREMONY
  • CANADIAN SPORTS MINISTER, LANKAN CM, AFGHANISTAN MP TO GRACE THE GAMES
  • PRIZE MONEY FOR WOMEN KABADDI MORE THAN DOUBLED

Chandigarh November 27: The Punjab is all set to kick start sports extravaganza with the inauguration of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, in which 23 nations from all six continents would vie for record prize money of Rs. 4.54 crore.
       Disclosing this here today Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab, who has single handedly taken the traditional game of Kabaddi to the World Level informed that it was gratifying to see that 16 countries from all six continents, including 8 countries in which no player from Indian origin was there, would participate in the 3rd edition of World Cup Kabaddi. He said that countries including Afghanistan, Argentina, Canada, Denmark, England, Iran, Italy, Kenya, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Scotland, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, USA including India in Men Section and Canada, Denmark, England, Malaysia, Turkmenistan, USA and India in Women Section are in the fray for the fabulous prize money Pearls 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, Punjab-2012 from December 1 to 15. Mr. Badal said that Punjab Sports Department was fully geared up to host the mega event and Kabaddi would enthrall the audience at Bathinda, Patiala, Hoshiarpur, Amritsar, Doda (Mukatsar), Sangrur, Roopnagar, Chohla Sahib (Tarntaran), Fazilka, Gurdaspur, Mansa, Jalandhar and Ludhiana.
Mr. Badal said that the Opening Ceremony of the event will be held at Bathinda on 1st December, 2012 and S. Parkash Singh Badal, Hon’ble Chief Minister Punjab has very kindly consented to be the Chief Guest. On the Closing Ceremony and Men Final Miyan Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab (Pakistan) would be the Chief Guest and give away prizes to the winners. The Semi Finals of the tournament will be held at Bathinda on 12th November, 2012. The losers of Semi Finals would vie for third and fourth place and Women Finals will be held at Jalandhar on 13.12.2012.
       The Deputy Chief Minister said that Bollywood Star Akshay Kumar would be the star attraction of the opening ceremony and people of Punjab should expect a stunning surprise in the closing ceremony to be held in Ludhiana. He said that winners Men Team get Rs. 2.00 crore; runners-up Rs 1.00 crore, third place holders Rs 51.00 lacs.Mr. Badal said that First position holder Women Team gets 51.00 lac against 25 lac given last year. Second and Third  get Rs 31.00 and 21.00 lac respectively. Teams from far away places like Argentina, Canada, USA etc. get Rs 15.00 lac or air fair.  All other teams get a Guarantee Money of Rs 10.00 lac.
       Reiterating his resolve to make Kabaddi drug free, Mr. Badal said that he has issued directions to ensure that third world cup kabaddi should be totally dope free tournament and the services of NADA has been requisitioned to conduct regular tests on the players and players failing the dope test would be barred for two years besides seizing their prize money or participation money.
       Releasing the mascot of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, ‘JAANBAAZ’, Mr. Badal said that this mascot symbolizes the motto of “Aim High, Fly High, Go For Sports and Fight Drugs”. Mr. Badal said that he was happy that with the popularization of Kabaddi, village youth have again started concentrating on this game and making it their profession.
       Mr. Badal said that Denmark has already given official recognition to Circle Kabaddi and they are sending their team to World Cup. He said that Denmark has already offered to host 4th World Cup Kabaddi at Denmark. He said that Director Sports, International Olympic Association has sent a communiqué to me congratulating us for popularizing this traditional game and wishing good luck on behalf of IOA. Mr. Badal said that he was happy that Kabaddi was getting international recognition and time is not far off, when it would be included in Asian Games and Olympics.
Mr. Badal said that teams of men section have been divided in four pools. He said that in pool A would consist of India, England, Afghanistan and Denmark while Canada, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Norway would be in pool B, Pool C would consist of Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Scotland and Italy whereas Pool D would contain Argentina, Iran, Kenya and USA. He said that there would be two pools in women category, India, Canada and Denmark would be in Pool A while the teams of England, Turkmenistan, USA and Malaysia are in pool B.
Giving details of matches to be played between teams at different stadiums, Mr. Badal said that on December 2 matches of men teams would be played at Patiala from 6:30pm onwards between England Vs Denmark, New Zealand Vs Norway and India Vs Afghanistan, On December 3 matches would be held at Hoshiarpur from 1pm onwards between Argentina Vs Iran, Scotland Vs Italy and Pakistan Vs Sierra Leone, on December 4 matches would be played at Amritsar from 6:30pm between Argentina Vs USA, Iran Vs Kenya and Pakistan Vs Scotland, on December 5 Doda (Mukatsar) would witness the matches from 1pm onwards between Afghanistan Vs Denmark, Canada Vs Denmark (Women), Sri Lanka Vs Norway, on December 6 Sangrur would witness the matches from 12:30pm between England Vs Afghanistan, India Vs Denmark (Women), Turkmenistan Vs USA (Women), Canada Vs Sri Lanka, on December 7 the matches would be played at Roop Nagar from 1pm between Argentina Vs Kenya, USA Vs Malaysia (Women) and Iran Vs USA, on December 8 the matches would be played at Chohla Sahib (Tarn Taran) from 1pm between Sierra Leone Vs Scotland, England Vs USA (Women), Pakistan Vs Italy, December 9 would be witnessed the matches at M.R. Government College Stadium, Fazilka from 12:30pm between Canada  Vs New Zealand, England Vs Malaysia (Women), India Vs Canada (Women) and India Vs England, on December 10 matches would be played at Gurdaspur from 6:30pm onwards between Sierra Leone Vs Italy, England Vs Turkmenistan (Women), Kenya Vs USA and December 11 would witness the matches from 12:30pm between the teams Canada Vs Norway, New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka, Turkmenistan Vs Malaysia (Women) and India Vs Denmark.  The semi finals between winners of Pool-A Vs winner of Pool-D (I) would be played at Bathinda on December 12 from 6:30pm followed by II semi final between winner of pool-B Vs winner of pool-C and winner of Pool-A Vs runners of Pool-B (Women-I) and winner of Pool-B Vs runner of Pool-A (Women-II).
       The Deputy Chief Minister said that the competitions for 3rd and 4th position of men category would be held at Jalandhar on December 13 from 6:30pm onwards between loser of I Vs loser of II followed by competitions of women category for 3rd and 4th position between Loser of I Vs Loser of II, while the Final of Women category would also be played on the same day at 8:30 pm.
Mr. Badal said that only final of men category would be played on December 15 on the closing ceremony of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi at Ludhiana . He said that all the matches in both categories would be played on league-cum-knock out basis. He said that in men category top one team of each pool will qualify for the semis. PTC will telecast live Pearls 3rdWCKP-2012 matches, opening and closing ceremonies.
Punjab Chief Minister S. Parkash Singh Badal is Chief Patron while Deputy Chief Minister S. Sukhbir Singh Badal is Chairman, S. Balwinder Singh Bhundar, Hon’ble Member Parliament and Sh. Sikander Singh Maluka, Hon’ble Education Minister Punjab are Senior Vice Chairmen, S. Bikram Singh Majithia Hon’ble Revenue, Rehabilitation, Information and Public Relation Minister, Sh. Pawan Kumar Teenu, Hon’ble Chief Parliamentary Secretary and S. Pargat Singh are the Vice Chairmen and Sh. Shivdular Singh Dhillon, PCS, Director Sports is the Organising Secretary.
Sh. Bikram Singh Majithia, Sr. Vice Chairman of the Organizing Committee said that the Punjab Government is very keen to promote sports in a big way and properly chanalize the youth power. In this direction, a new result-oriented Sports Policy has been implemented in the state. Under the able guidance of Hon’ble Chief Minister Punjab S. Parkash Singh Badal, the State Government has provided state-of-the-art-sports infrastructure in the state at a cost of more than 150.00 crores. 4 new Hockey Stadiums at Bathinda, Mohali, Faridkot and Sports School, Ghudda (Bathinda) have been developed at a cost of Rs 75.00 crore. 3 Hockey Stadiums namely Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Amritsar have been renovated at a cost of Rs 25.00 crore. 7 New Multipurpose Stadiums namely Bathinda, Mansa, Sangrur, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur and Amritsar have been constructed at a cost of Rs 50.00 crore. A new Synthetic Athletic Track has been laid at Sports School Ghudda (Bathinda) The Guru Nanak Stadium Ludhiana has also been updated at a cost of Rs 3.00 crore. One International Sports Hostel at Burlton Park, Jalandhar has been developed at a cost of Rs 2.5 crore.
Explaining that the rural masses are passionate about kabaddi and acknowledging the popularity of the game, Mr. Majithia said that the state Government has included this game in the Sports Gradation Policy, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award Policy and Cash Award Policy.
Mr. Majithia and Mr. Maluka further said that colourful Opening and Closing Ceremonies have been planned and this task of cultural programme has been entrusted to an acclaimed event management company named Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai.
Sh. P.S. Aujla, IAS, Secretary Sports and Executive Member Organizing Committee said that all efforts have been made to make this event drug free. An Anti Dope Committee has been formed which will be responsible to manage Pre and Post World Cup Kabaddi Anti Doping Affairs and submit a report to Organizing Committee on conclusion of the programme. He further informed that to facilitate the public, the matches of the event have been scattered to be conducted over 13 places through out the state. The semi-finals, finals, Opening and Closing Ceremonies and matches at Bathinda, Jalandhar, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Patiala and Ludhiana would be conducted under flood lights and telecast live by PTC. The matches at other venues would also be telecast live by this channel.
He also disclosed that, to look after the comfort and convenience of all participating teams, the Punjab Sports Department has appointed 2 liaison officers with the each team. He further added that eminent punjabi folk singers, comedians and artists would regale the audience at all the venues of this grand event.
“We will set high standards in conducting the mega event. Efforts have been made to provide all comforts to the participating teams and officials accompanying” said Mr. Aujla.
Regarding the formation of Indian teams, a Selection Committee, under the Chairmanship of International Kabaddi player Sh. Shiv Dev Singh has been formed which has selected 51 Men and 31 Women probables for the coaching camps going on at Bathinda and Ludhiana, respectively. Prior to this, the Selection Committee conducted Selection Trails for Men on 25.09.2012 and Women at Ludhiana on 19.11.2012.

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23 NATIONS TO VIE FOR Rs 4.54 CRORE PRIZE MONEY OF 3RD WCKP-2012

  • AKSHAY TO ENTHRALL AUDIENCE IN THE OPENING CEREMONY AT BATHINDA
  • INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES SUKHBIR FOR HOSTING WORLD CUP KABADDI
  • CHIEF MINISTER OF PAK PUNJAB TO BE CHIEF GUEST IN THE CLOSING CEREMONY
  • CANADIAN SPORTS MINISTER, LANKAN CM, AFGHANISTAN MP TO GRACE THE GAMES
  • PRIZE MONEY FOR WOMEN KABADDI MORE THAN DOUBLED

Chandigarh November 27:

The Punjab is all set to kick start sports extravaganza with the inauguration of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, in which 23 nations from all six continents would vie for record prize money of Rs. 4.54 crore.

       Disclosing this here today Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal, Deputy Chief Minister, Punjab, who has single handedly taken the traditional game of Kabaddi to the World Level informed that it was gratifying to see that 16 countries from all six continents, including 8 countries in which no player from Indian origin was there, would participate in the 3rd edition of World Cup Kabaddi. He said that countries including Afghanistan, Argentina, Canada, Denmark, England, Iran, Italy, Kenya, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Scotland, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, USA including India in Men Section and Canada, Denmark, England, Malaysia, Turkmenistan, USA and India in Women Section are in the fray for the fabulous prize money Pearls 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, Punjab-2012 from December 1 to 15. Mr. Badal said that Punjab Sports Department was fully geared up to host the mega event and Kabaddi would enthrall the audience at Bathinda, Patiala, Hoshiarpur, Amritsar, Doda (Mukatsar), Sangrur, Roopnagar, Chohla Sahib (Tarntaran), Fazilka, Gurdaspur, Mansa, Jalandhar and Ludhiana.

Mr. Badal said that the Opening Ceremony of the event will be held at Bathinda on 1st December, 2012 and S. Parkash Singh Badal, Hon’ble Chief Minister Punjab has very kindly consented to be the Chief Guest. On the Closing Ceremony and Men Final Miyan Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab (Pakistan) would be the Chief Guest and give away prizes to the winners. The Semi Finals of the tournament will be held at Bathinda on 12th November, 2012. The losers of Semi Finals would vie for third and fourth place and Women Finals will be held at Jalandhar on 13.12.2012.

       The Deputy Chief Minister said that Bollywood Star Akshay Kumar would be the star attraction of the opening ceremony and people of Punjab should expect a stunning surprise in the closing ceremony to be held in Ludhiana. He said that winners Men Team get Rs. 2.00 crore; runners-up Rs 1.00 crore, third place holders Rs 51.00 lacs.Mr. Badal said that First position holder Women Team gets 51.00 lac against 25 lac given last year. Second and Third  get Rs 31.00 and 21.00 lac respectively. Teams from far away places like Argentina, Canada, USA etc. get Rs 15.00 lac or air fair.  All other teams get a Guarantee Money of Rs 10.00 lac.
       Reiterating his resolve to make Kabaddi drug free, Mr. Badal said that he has issued directions to ensure that third world cup kabaddi should be totally dope free tournament and the services of NADA has been requisitioned to conduct regular tests on the players and players failing the dope test would be barred for two years besides seizing their prize money or participation money.

       Releasing the mascot of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi, ‘JAANBAAZ’, Mr. Badal said that this mascot symbolizes the motto of “Aim High, Fly High, Go For Sports and Fight Drugs”. Mr. Badal said that he was happy that with the popularization of Kabaddi, village youth have again started concentrating on this game and making it their profession.
       Mr. Badal said that Denmark has already given official recognition to Circle Kabaddi and they are sending their team to World Cup. He said that Denmark has already offered to host 4th World Cup Kabaddi at Denmark. He said that Director Sports, International Olympic Association has sent a communiqué to me congratulating us for popularizing this traditional game and wishing good luck on behalf of IOA. Mr. Badal said that he was happy that Kabaddi was getting international recognition and time is not far off, when it would be included in Asian Games and Olympics.

Mr. Badal said that teams of men section have been divided in four pools. He said that in pool A would consist of India, England, Afghanistan and Denmark while Canada, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and Norway would be in pool B, Pool C would consist of Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Scotland and Italy whereas Pool D would contain Argentina, Iran, Kenya and USA. He said that there would be two pools in women category, India, Canada and Denmark would be in Pool A while the teams of England, Turkmenistan, USA and Malaysia are in pool B.

Giving details of matches to be played between teams at different stadiums, Mr. Badal said that on December 2 matches of men teams would be played at Patiala from 6:30pm onwards between England Vs Denmark, New Zealand Vs Norway and India Vs Afghanistan, On December 3 matches would be held at Hoshiarpur from 1pm onwards between Argentina Vs Iran, Scotland Vs Italy and Pakistan Vs Sierra Leone, on December 4 matches would be played at Amritsar from 6:30pm between Argentina Vs USA, Iran Vs Kenya and Pakistan Vs Scotland, on December 5 Doda (Mukatsar) would witness the matches from 1pm onwards between Afghanistan Vs Denmark, Canada Vs Denmark (Women), Sri Lanka Vs Norway, on December 6 Sangrur would witness the matches from 12:30pm between England Vs Afghanistan, India Vs Denmark (Women), Turkmenistan Vs USA (Women), Canada Vs Sri Lanka, on December 7 the matches would be played at Roop Nagar from 1pm between Argentina Vs Kenya, USA Vs Malaysia (Women) and Iran Vs USA, on December 8 the matches would be played at Chohla Sahib (Tarn Taran) from 1pm between Sierra Leone Vs Scotland, England Vs USA (Women), Pakistan Vs Italy, December 9 would be witnessed the matches at M.R. Government College Stadium, Fazilka from 12:30pm between Canada  Vs New Zealand, England Vs Malaysia (Women), India Vs Canada (Women) and India Vs England, on December 10 matches would be played at Gurdaspur from 6:30pm onwards between Sierra Leone Vs Italy, England Vs Turkmenistan (Women), Kenya Vs USA and December 11 would witness the matches from 12:30pm between the teams Canada Vs Norway, New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka, Turkmenistan Vs Malaysia (Women) and India Vs Denmark.  The semi finals between winners of Pool-A Vs winner of Pool-D (I) would be played at Bathinda on December 12 from 6:30pm followed by II semi final between winner of pool-B Vs winner of pool-C and winner of Pool-A Vs runners of Pool-B (Women-I) and winner of Pool-B Vs runner of Pool-A (Women-II).

       The Deputy Chief Minister said that the competitions for 3rd and 4th position of men category would be held at Jalandhar on December 13 from 6:30pm onwards between loser of I Vs loser of II followed by competitions of women category for 3rd and 4th position between Loser of I Vs Loser of II, while the Final of Women category would also be played on the same day at 8:30 pm.

Mr. Badal said that only final of men category would be played on December 15 on the closing ceremony of 3rd World Cup Kabaddi at Ludhiana . He said that all the matches in both categories would be played on league-cum-knock out basis. He said that in men category top one team of each pool will qualify for the semis. PTC will telecast live Pearls 3rdWCKP-2012 matches, opening and closing ceremonies.
Punjab Chief Minister S. Parkash Singh Badal is Chief Patron while Deputy Chief Minister S. Sukhbir Singh Badal is Chairman, S. Balwinder Singh Bhundar, Hon’ble Member Parliament and Sh. Sikander Singh Maluka, Hon’ble Education Minister Punjab are Senior Vice Chairmen, S. Bikram Singh Majithia Hon’ble Revenue, Rehabilitation, Information and Public Relation Minister, Sh. Pawan Kumar Teenu, Hon’ble Chief Parliamentary Secretary and S. Pargat Singh are the Vice Chairmen and Sh. Shivdular Singh Dhillon, PCS, Director Sports is the Organising Secretary.

Sh. Bikram Singh Majithia, Sr. Vice Chairman of the Organizing Committee said that the Punjab Government is very keen to promote sports in a big way and properly chanalize the youth power. In this direction, a new result-oriented Sports Policy has been implemented in the state. Under the able guidance of Hon’ble Chief Minister Punjab S. Parkash Singh Badal, the State Government has provided state-of-the-art-sports infrastructure in the state at a cost of more than 150.00 crores. 4 new Hockey Stadiums at Bathinda, Mohali, Faridkot and Sports School, Ghudda (Bathinda) have been developed at a cost of Rs 75.00 crore. 3 Hockey Stadiums namely Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Amritsar have been renovated at a cost of Rs 25.00 crore. 7 New Multipurpose Stadiums namely Bathinda, Mansa, Sangrur, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur and Amritsar have been constructed at a cost of Rs 50.00 crore. A new Synthetic Athletic Track has been laid at Sports School Ghudda (Bathinda) The Guru Nanak Stadium Ludhiana has also been updated at a cost of Rs 3.00 crore. One International Sports Hostel at Burlton Park, Jalandhar has been developed at a cost of Rs 2.5 crore.

Explaining that the rural masses are passionate about kabaddi and acknowledging the popularity of the game, Mr. Majithia said that the state Government has included this game in the Sports Gradation Policy, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award Policy and Cash Award Policy

Mr. Majithia and Mr. Maluka further said that colourful Opening and Closing Ceremonies have been planned and this task of cultural programme has been entrusted to an acclaimed event management company named Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai.

Sh. P.S. Aujla, IAS, Secretary Sports and Executive Member Organizing Committee said that all efforts have been made to make this event drug free. An Anti Dope Committee has been formed which will be responsible to manage Pre and Post World Cup Kabaddi Anti Doping Affairs and submit a report to Organizing Committee on conclusion of the programme. He further informed that to facilitate the public, the matches of the event have been scattered to be conducted over 13 places through out the state. The semi-finals, finals, Opening and Closing Ceremonies and matches at Bathinda, Jalandhar, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Patiala and Ludhiana would be conducted under flood lights and telecast live by PTC. The matches at other venues would also be telecast live by this channel.
He also disclosed that, to look after the comfort and convenience of all participating teams, the Punjab Sports Department has appointed 2 liaison officers with the each team. He further added that eminent punjabi folk singers, comedians and artists would regale the audience at all the venues of this grand event.
“We will set high standards in conducting the mega event. Efforts have been made to provide all comforts to the participating teams and officials accompanying” said Mr. Aujla.
Regarding the formation of Indian teams, a Selection Committee, under the Chairmanship of International Kabaddi player Sh. Shiv Dev Singh has been formed which has selected 51 Men and 31 Women probables for the coaching camps going on at Bathinda and Ludhiana, respectively. Prior to this, the Selection Committee conducted Selection Trails for Men on 25.09.2012 and Women at Ludhiana on 19.11.2012.

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