A MoU has been signed between the Government of Maharashtra and the SAI

Current Context: The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of Maharashtra and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) was signed on October 6, 2024, in Mumbai.

• The primary aim of this MoU is to establish a National Centre of Excellence in Kandivali, Mumbai.
• Key details about the MoU include:
• Location: The sports complex will be developed on a 37-acre land parcel in Kandivali, Mumbai.
• Purpose: To create modern sports infrastructure of international standards, including facilities like athlete hostels, a central kitchen, a new hockey turf, a multipurpose sports hall, and a high-performance sports science center.
• Investment: The project is expected to require an investment of up to ₹500 crore, which will be sourced from government allocations and corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds.
• Benefits: The center will provide high-quality training, diet, and sports science support to athletes from across the country. It will also offer year-round access to multi-sport facilities for local aspiring athletes through the “Come and Play” scheme.

Question:

1 Where was the MoU between the Government of Maharashtra and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) signed on October 6, 2024?

• A) Pune
• B) Mumbai
• C) Nagpur
• D) Nashik

Answer: B) The MoU was signed in Mumbai to establish a National Centre of Excellence in Kandivali, Mumbai.