A playground is essential for a healthy community
And we are building a new one even at this age, after much battle
We had a nice field at my native, but unfortunately, the infrastructure development in the area, took it away, building a new 100ft road that is going to connect to the highway. We were continuously trying to find out a new place, and finally, the company that is doing the road work agreed to help us build our new playground after our local MLA intervened. There were lot of plants, that had to be cut, but then we have also planned to replant and make the area green, once the field is ready. You may get a glimpse of our old field in this post, which is now occupied to put up the building blocks for the road.
Even they did not spare the nets area, where kids used to practice cricket.
The work is in full swing and this will be ready by next year.
They occupied this area to put up their structure, using which, they could build the blocks.
We still have not given up and manged to play football in that area available, though , cricket is completely stopped. We have requested to evacuate the left side at least to give more space to us.
Our all time audience, a pet dog of one of our friend, waits for the entire time, till we finish playing.
And now let me show you the new field, that is being built.
It's a quite big patch, and most of our team were present here for almost a month in this scorching summer, to guide their machine operators. Many part of this field was blocked by villagers, as this is a government land. Unfortunately, that's a typical trend here, as the government does give them land ownership for this nasty politics. So when they saw our big crew (all local from the village), they silently agreed to free up the space for the field. Otherwise, this would have been a very difficult situation. We all also contributed and arranged some finance to have men power deployed to assist the machines, to clean up. There has been assistance from the OCA, as we have one senior veteran player working in a senior position and he along with the local MLA have assured us to make this grow to a mini stadium in future.
Panoramic view of the field from the other end, so that you can feel how big this is. Doesn't it look scenic ?
As there are so many plants, this area remains cooler for us to relax. You will barely get this feeling in a citi life - the entire area feels like air-conditioned, the free oxygen with aroma from Neem trees are a unique blend.
One round of leveling has been done, but still a lot of work remains. It needs one round of ploughing to remove the big roots that's under the ground. The level needs to be increased to at least a feet, and that would take approximately 250 truck loads of soil. The contractor has agreed to fill soil whenever their truck digs and gets them. We have also got a funding of ₹400000, from the MLA fund, to build a room. And once they vaccate the place, where they are building blocks, that will make the other half, giving us a much bigger space.
So a lot of work pending, but hopefully our veteran cricket match will be possible on this ground in the Winter. And we are happy to have this big field, which we will develop into a much soothing place, where other people and senior citizens can come and enjoy a walk. There was a time, when we were dying for sports, even being scolded by our parents, and even though, we did not have money. We have got older, but probably that enthusiasm will remain forever with us and we now have capability as well as responsibility to contribute to the society, to encourage young generation for sports.
I personally feel, anyone who is associated with some kind of sports will have a good character, as their focus does not divert for wrongdoings. Do you agree and have felt this ?
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Wow dearest sir, it's amazing to see the community come together to build a new playground, especially after losing the old one. The dedication to replanting and making the area green shows true commitment to a healthier environment for everyone.
It's also heartbreaking to hear about the loss of the old playground due to infrastructure development. But the determination to rebuild and create a better space for the community is truly inspiring. Looking forward to seeing the new field come to life. All the best and wishing you a successful weekend 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Yes, we are very excited to build this into a much better field. It takes time, but at least we have the area.
Absolutely, you have the area at least and although it will take time indeed, I believe it's worth it
It looks like you people love sports a lot in your community for you to decide to build another field even though the old one got destroyed by the infrastructure
Nice one!
100%, most of our generation had only sports to love, nothing else.
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I love the community spirit in building the playground! The playground looks so big and it is good to see green space preserved alongside development. I hope it gets completed as soon as possible.
2025
That would be nice for sure.
What a shame that they have lost the space that they have had for many years where they would gather to play their favorite sport, but as you say, progress cannot be stopped. The good thing is that there is a good relationship with the construction company and they are contributing to the next recreation space that they will have.
I love the commitment of all the people to make this new recreational field a reality.
Have a wonderful weekend dear friend @sanjeevm
That's nice!
That was how one was built in my community, and was fun seeing both young and old gathering themselves to play matches or participate in any kind of event . Thankfully! You people are building one
And the old gets inspired from the young.
I really appreciate your meticulous effort in resurrecting a new ground. I really love the passion. A flat and wide field and greenery are imperative considering the congested urban areas and emerging heat waves. Even from a health perspective, it should be there in every locality.
Bhubaneshwar was full of greenery once upon a time, unfortunately, development has been manifested and mechanized at the cost of the environment. And coming to the question of replanting, unless it's a community approach and individual conscious effort, it won't be a reality.
I would love to see you playing cricket on the new ground.
Thank you.
Have a great day.
Jai Jagannath.
🙏🙏🙏
WE are committed to make it a nice place, it may take a little longer, but I think, this will be possible.
Sure...I hope that comes true.
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We are spoiled here for green spaces and parks. Park land is protected and I couldn’t imagine one being sacrificed for a roadway and not being replaced by city council or whatever government with something newer and better.
Amazing you are involved in making this happen because a community grows and strengthens by meeting at its public places. Sports and physical activity are absolutely essential for active and healthy young people, and for us older people to stay young.
Nice work and cool story my friend.
Exactly and we getting involved with younger kids, inspires us.
Playing sports is very good physically. It is also very important to be physically strong. And friend you are very strong physically
Sports are wonderful, especially for young people to focus on profitable things that will keep them off the wrong path. It's great that you got the land for the playground and even though there is still a long way to go of hard work you are on the right track. I hope you can play that veterans game there next winter. Cheers!
We will definitely on this Christmas.
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yea.. progress :(
its too bad how the gov just builds wherever, but good on u for making the new one.. :)
The old location being developed is a bit sad, but that is expected in large areas of land. It is good that you were able to find/be provided with a new location. If there is a lot of support, can't they just make it a permanent place for the community?
The new one will be permanent and may grow to a mini stadium.
That's good to hear.