Delhi Deputy CM:1,000 physical education teachers in govt schools to undergo ‘physical literacy’ training

Around 1,000 physical education teachers in Delhi authorities schools will undergo a five-day on-line training programme on “Physical Literacy”, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia mentioned on Monday.

Sisodia inaugurated the net training programme being performed in collaboration with famous badminton participant Pullela Gopichand’s sports activities basis.

“In the last few years, you all have played an important role in shaping our students. During these COVID-19 times, your role has become even more crucial because our students are confined to their rooms. This is hampering the physical growth of all the students,” Sisodia instructed the teachers.

He mentioned physical education is one thing which might be wanted 24X7 all through the life. “Physical and mental development are inter-linked. Today, when our children are not able to step out, it has become the need of the hour to introduce the concept of physical literacy. “It will help in making every individual cognizant of their body and engage in the physical activities for their overall well-being,” he added.

Pullela Gopichnd mentioned his coach Hamid Hussain didn’t train him a lot concerning the sport however he taught him how to love the game. “I do not know how much we apply physics and chemistry in our daily lives but a strong foundation in physical education will make a difference,” he mentioned.

Emphasising on the significance of unorganized sports activities, Gopichand mentioned, “Adaptation, learning to abide by the rules, you making others your leader and following them, these are all developed while playing an unstructured sport. It helps in teaching several life skills.”