We also fit in the country: Venkatesh Prasad

Hubli, September 21 (IANS). Former Fast Bowler and coach of Indian cricket team Venkatesh Prasad said the country will only be suitable if we all pay attention to fitness and keep us fit. Venkatesh Prasad spoke to the media and said: “Prime Minister Narendra Modi not only gave a special priority to sport by bringing” Games India “, but it also made the fitness field a revolution. We will remain fit only if the country will stay.” He said: “A strong body is needed for people. Parents should not only be limited to reading. They should encourage at least 2 hours of sports daily to participate in sports. The game is just as important as studies.” Under Khelo India, ‘Sunday on Cycle’ and ‘Run on Sunday’ are arranged in many cities of the country every Sunday. The local citizens of the city are not just in this case, big names associated with the game are also invited. The reason behind the calling of the players is to make ordinary citizens aware. The purpose of the program held on Games India on Sunday is to spread health awareness among the countrymen. Venkatesh Prasad was a big face of Indian cricket. Between 1994 and 2001 he played 33 Tests and 161 ODIs for India. He took 96 wickets in tests. His best performance was 6 wickets for 33 runs. At the same time, he took 196 wickets in ODIs. His best performance is 5 wickets for 27 runs. Venkatesh was part of the Indian coaching team when the Indian team won the first T20 World Championships in 2007.