NEW DELHI: Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his desire on Monday to contribute to the growth of cricket in Tripura while also serving as the brand ambassador to promote the state's tourism sector.
During a press conference, he mentioned that he closely follows Tripura's cricket players and has been particularly impressed with Manisankar Murasingh.
"I am a cricketer and want to help the state cricket body. I want the state to build a stadium to host big matches. If Guwahati can host India team's matches, why can't Tripura?" he asked.
"I follow the players who are playing for Tripura, and I am impressed by the way Manisankar Murasingh plays in various tournaments. I hope he will play in IPL as he has already been shortlisted," said the former BCCI president.
Ganguly formalised a partnership with state Tourism Minister Sushant Chowdhury at the Ujjyanta Palace, signing an agreement. Under the terms of this agreement, he will serve as the brand ambassador for Tripura Tourism.
"I am really honoured to be the brand ambassador of Tripura. I agreed to the offer when Chowdhury first approached me in June. The northeastern state has a lot to offer to the tourists," he said.
"I am here after 35 years and witnessed a lot of development. I am really impressed by the beauty of the Ujjyanta Palace. We will work together to promote the state's tourism sector not only nationally but also globally," he added.
Ganguly is scheduled to visit Chhabimura in the Gomati district and shoot an advertisement there. He will also meet Chief Minister Manik Saha.
When asked about his commitment to West Bengal, his home state that has also appointed him as its brand ambassador, Ganguly said, "Why I shall not be able to perform my assigned tasks?"
Chowdhury said that his government was trying to promote tourism in a big way.
"With Saurav Ganguly joining us as the brand ambassador, the sector will touch a new high," he said.
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