The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has initiated discussions with representatives of Elle sports clubs from across the country as part of efforts to revive the Sri Lanka Elle Federation and begin the registration of clubs.
Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage invited club officials to the Ministry recently to discuss the re-establishment of the federation and obtain their views and proposals on the future administration and development of the sport.
A total of 57 Elle clubs have been registered so far, while plans are underway to appoint an administrative committee to oversee the affairs of the sport.
Addressing the meeting, Minister Gamage said the government was working towards promoting Elle as a national sport that reflects Sri Lanka’s unique sporting identity, while also creating opportunities to introduce the game to other countries.
He emphasised that sports clubs must demonstrate genuine commitment and dedication towards achieving these objectives, assuring them that the Ministry would extend the necessary support.
Additional Director General of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Wajira Gunawardena, several Ministry officials and representatives of Elle clubs were also present at the meeting.
The initiative is expected to provide fresh impetus to the administration and development of Elle, a traditional sport with deep roots in Sri Lankan sporting culture.
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