The velodrome has been named after Minati Mohapatra, Odisha's first Arjuna awardee in cycling. Reflecting on the significance of the occasion, Mandaviya said, "Today is an important day for me. What I witnessed aligns with the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi - a nation where education and sports go hand in hand."
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