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Cabinet approves establishment of national sports performance centre
Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers has given the green light to establish a National Higher Performance Centre dedicated to developing elite athletes. The facility is expected to enhance the country's competitive capacity in international sports.
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The Cabinet approved a resolution presented by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports to create the specialized training facility, marking a significant step in the government's strategy to strengthen athletic development in the country.
The proposed National Higher Performance Centre will serve as a dedicated venue for elite athletes to receive world-class coaching, sports science support, and training infrastructure. Such facilities typically focus on identifying talent and preparing competitors for regional and international competitions.
The establishment of the centre reflects government commitment to elevating Sri Lanka's standing in international sporting events and providing athletes with the professional support systems necessary to compete at the highest levels.
Further details regarding the facility's location, funding allocation, and operational timeline are expected to be announced as the project moves forward. The initiative comes as Sri Lanka continues efforts to strengthen its sports development ecosystem across multiple disciplines.
Photo: The Race Course Grounds in Colombo, a Sri Lanka Sports Ministry venue, January 2016. Azeez Abubakr via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).