Research is vital in every field. Research should be carried out in the field of sports to get evolve new things, said Veteran sports journalist M A Ponnappa.

Speaking at a seminar on sports organised by Mangalore University, department of physical education and Virajpet Kaveri College, he said dependence on foreigners in Indian sports arena is not a good development. He said quality education is essential for the trainers.

“We have failed in identifying the talents. Sports has not received enough encouragement,” he added. Ponnappa was honoured by handing over Kodava peta and Odi Kathi. Kaveri Educational Institutions Director Swathi Bopanna, College principal Dr S Poovamma and others were present. The seminar was attended by 126 delegates.

source: http://www.DeccanHerald.com / Home> District / Virajpet, DHNS / March 20th, 2012