Modi opens SAG

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Invoking the historical bond between the South Asian nations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday appealed to sportspersons to play for peace, prosperity and in full vigour and enthusiasm so that they can remember the 12th South Asian Games even after they are over.

Guwahati : Invoking the historical bond between the South Asian nations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday appealed to sportspersons to play for peace, prosperity and in full vigour and enthusiasm so that they can remember the 12th South Asian Games even after they are over.

Declaring open the Games at a brightly-lit Sarusojai stadium here, Modi said that he felt “privileged and honoured to be among sportspersons from our neighbourhood and brothers and sisters from Saarc countries”.

“I welcome all of you to India, a country known for its culture of and to this beautiful city of Guwahati known for its hospitality and love for sports,” the prime minister said.

“What moves me today, is your electrifying presence, full of excitement and enthusiasm for this important international sports event on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra. Guwahati has come a long way since the days of Pragjyotishpur in ancient India. ,” he said.

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