Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a public sector entity with a rich history in the city’s footballing landscape, is all set to inaugurate a football complex comprising a state-of-the-art FIFA standard ground on Wednesday in the HAL Sports Club. The event will be graced by former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia.
“The aim is to spot and develop players of exceptional calibre and prepare them to be professional players for tough domestic and international tournaments,” said V.M. Chamola, Director (HR), HAL. “It is also to provide the right kind of infrastructure that can match international standards.”
The complex has been designed with the aim of organising top quality tournaments and to be used for training purposes. It also houses a full length natural grass ground, which will give the players opportunity to train on a natural surface alongside artificial turf.
The infrastructure is expected to augment the HAL Football Academy, which selects players from across the country for professional coaching with complete lodging and boarding facilities. The players have access to a modern gymnasium and a swimming pool.
