A key component of the Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojna (CMSGUY) is the planned construction of playfields. On February 5, 2017, Sarbananda Sonowal, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Assam, announced the scheme. Through the construction of a playfield for certain sports, primarily football and volleyball, the initiative aims to improve rural infrastructure and the local economy. In the mission mode, playfield development has been implemented over the whole state of Assam.
Key Highlights of the Scheme
- Objective:
The scheme focuses on promoting sports and youth development by enhancing sports infrastructure in rural areas. - Executing Agency:
The initiative is managed by the Assam Youth Development Mission Society (AYDMS) under the Department of Sports and Youth Welfare, Government of Assam. - First Phase Target:
Development of 500 football playfields during the fiscal year 2017–18.
Facilities to Be Created
- Playfield Upgradation:
- Earth-filling and leveling with approved soil.
- Turfing with locally suitable grass.
- Infrastructure Additions:
- Dressing Rooms: Separate facilities for boys, girls, and officials, equipped with electricity and running water.
- Football Goal Posts: Standard-sized (24 feet x 8 feet) goal posts made of GI Pipe (4–5 inches in diameter) painted white.
- Boundary Walls: For protecting the playground area.
- Volleyball Courts: Including adjustable volleyball posts for men and women.
Football Field Specifications
- Dimensions (as per FIFA standards):
- Standard Field: Length: 90–120 meters; Width: 45–90 meters.
- International Field: Length: 100–110 meters; Width: 64–75 meters.
- Goal Post Size:
- 24 feet x 8 feet.
- Made of 5-inch diameter steel tubular pipe painted white.
Volleyball Court Specifications
- Court Dimensions: 18 meters x 9 meters.
- Volley Post Height:
- Men: 2.43 meters.
- Women: 2.24 meters (adjustable).
- Soil Type for Earth Filling: Sandy and loamy soil.
- Compaction: Using a light roller not exceeding 2 tons.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ownership:
- The playfield must be owned by a local School, College, Sports Club, or Gaon Panchayat.
- Playground Requirements:
- Minimum dimensions: 120 meters x 90 meters.
- Space of 5 meters around the playfield for player and spectator movement.
- Usage:
- Facilities should be accessible to children, youth, and senior citizens of the village.
- Additional Criteria:
- The organization must have suitable land and apply in the prescribed format.
Application Process
- Mode of Application: Offline.
- Submission: Interested entities (Schools, Colleges, Clubs, etc.) must submit their application to the District Sports Officers (DSOs).
Documents Required:
- Self-attested copies of mandatory fields in the application form.
- Proof of address of the institution (School, College, Club, etc.).
- Bank details, including account number, IFSC code, and a certificate from the bank.
- Landholding certificate for the playfield, issued by the competent authority.
- Registration certificate under the Societies Act, 1860 (for Clubs/Sports Associations).
- Recent photograph of the playground countersigned by the District Sports Officer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who implements the Development of Playfield scheme?
The scheme is implemented by Assam Youth Development Mission Society (AYDMS) under the Department of Sports and Youth Welfare, Assam. - How many football playfields were planned in the first phase?
500 football playfields were targeted for development in 2017–18. - What are the additional facilities provided?
Dressing rooms, volleyball courts, and boundary walls, among others. - What are the dimensions of a standard football goal post?
The standard size is 24 feet x 8 feet, made of 5-inch diameter GI Pipe. - Can all schools and colleges apply?
Yes, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and have a playground of suitable size.
Contact and Sources
- Application Submission: District Sports Officers (DSOs).
- Guidelines: Applicants can refer to the official scheme guidelines for detailed instructions.