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Ministry / Portfolio

Youth and Sports —

Minister of Youth and Sports —
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97
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90
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7
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Mr Quirin
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Mr François
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Mr Lukeeram
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Mrs Savabaddy
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Ms Collet
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All questions addressed to Youth and Sports —

17 Dec
Answered

illegal rallies and motor racing in public places and along public roads, he will state if his Ministry will…

asked by Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/60) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to illegal rallies and motor racing in public places and along public roads, he will …"

Reply

Reply (The Prime Minister): I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that, under section 125 of the Road Traffic Act, a person who promotes or takes part in …

17 Dec
Answered

football pitch and other playgrounds, in particular, in the regions of Grand Bay and Petit Raffray falling u…

asked by Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre d’Or

"(No. B/83) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to football pitch and other playgrounds, in particular, in the regions of Grand Bay and …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that upon assuming office, I have requested officers of my Ministry to consider the waiving of fees …

4 Feb
Answered

the Mauritius Judo Federation, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to where ma…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/21) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Mauritius Judo Federation, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that upon assuming office, one of the priority issues I addressed was the situation concerning the …

4 Feb
Answered

the Côte d’Or National Sports complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Mult…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/41) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Côte d’Or National Sports complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Mauritius Multisports Infrastructure Ltd. that all National Sports Federations can use the Côte d'Or National Sports Complex for …

4 Feb
Answered

the advancement of sports in Rodrigues, he will state and table the list of sports federations and associati…

asked by Ms Collet · Rodrigues

"(No. B/56) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the advancement of sports in Rodrigues, he will state and table the list of sports federations and …"

Reply

Reply: Section 26 of the Rodrigues Regional Assembly Act, provides, inter-alia, that the Rodrigues Regional Assembly shall be responsible for the formulation …

4 Mar
Answered

the recent meeting held between the Ministry of Sports and the Commissioner of Sports in Rodrigues, he will…

asked by Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues

"(No. B/100) Mrs D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the recent meeting held between the Ministry of Sports and the Commissioner of Sports in …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, Mr Joseph Varok Ravina, Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Rodrigues, accompanied by his officers, paid a courtesy call on me …

18 Mar
Answered

the 29th Volleyball Championship for Zone VII region held from 01 to 08 March 2025 in Mauritius, he will sta…

asked by Ms Collet · Rodrigues

"(No. B/144) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the 29th Volleyball Championship for Zone VII region held from 01 to 08 March 2025 in Mauritius, he …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the Confederation Africaine de Volleyball Zone 7 entrusted the Mauritius Volleyball Federation with the …

18 Mar
Answered

the Cote D’Or National Sports complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Mult…

asked by Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/147) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Cote D’Or National Sports complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, with your permission, I am tabling the information as provided by the Mauritius Multisports Infrastructure Limited. I wish to …

18 Mar
Answered

Active Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports Council, informati…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/162) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to Active Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to thank the hon. Member for this question which provides me with an opportunity to enlighten the House on this …

25 Mar
Answered

the Mauritius Football Association, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom information as t…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/220) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Mauritius Football Association, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, at the very outset, I wish to inform the House that the situation at the Mauritius Football Association was one of the …

25 Mar
Answered

the Liverpool Football Academy Project, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/222) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Liverpool Football Academy Project, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that as at December 2024, a sum of Rs154,789,022 has been disbursed by the Ministry for the operation …

25 Mar
Answered

the program Support to Students/Athletes pursuing Tertiary/Vocational Studies (Locally & Abroad), he will, f…

asked by Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil

"(No. B/224) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the program Support to Students/Athletes pursuing Tertiary/Vocational Studies (Locally & …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Trust Fund for Excellence in Sports was set up under the Finance and Audit (Trust Fund for Excellence in Sports) …

8 Apr
Answered

the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the Ministry and Evaco Group Mauritius for the construction of a n…

asked by Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre d’Or

"(No. B/319) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the Ministry and Evaco Group Mauritius for …"

Reply

The Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms (Mr L. Pentiah): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, may I please, first of all, thank the Third Member of Grand’ …

8 Apr
Answered

the MUGA sports facility in Tyack, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the amoun…

asked by Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/326) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the MUGA sports facility in Tyack, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Reply: As regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed that the Mauritius Telecom Foundation has invested around Rs2.4 million for the provision of gym …

8 Apr
Answered

recreational sports, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports Council, inform…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/336) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to recreational sports, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) RESIDENCE PERE LAVAL MUNICIPAL COMPLEX – OPERATION – OPENING HOURS

15 Apr
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recreational sports, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports Council, inform…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/374) Mrs A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to recreational sports, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) NORTHERN REGION – IRRIGATION RESTRICTIONS – IMPACT & GOVERNMENT SUPPORT

15 Apr
Answered

the Jeux Inter collèges, he will state the actions being taken by the Ministry and the Mauritius Secondary S…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/381) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether in regard to the Jeux Inter collèges, he will state the actions being taken by the Ministry and …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) RÉSIDENCE PÈRE LAVAL MUNICIPAL COMPLEX – LEISURE ACTIVITIES – OPERATING HOURS

15 Apr
Answered

handball, he will state the actions taken by his Ministry since November 2024 to date to revive same.

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/391) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to handball, he will state the actions taken by his Ministry since November 2024 to …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: Hon. Mrs Savabaddy! Last question! PRIMARY SCHOOLS – KREOL MORISIEN – TEACHING CONSTRAINTS & MEASURES

15 Apr
Answered

the promotion of sports and leisure, he will state if consideration will be given for the construction of a…

asked by Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/394) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the promotion of sports and leisure, he will state if consideration will …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: Thank you. Time is up! Hon. Prime Minister! 88 MOTION SUSPENSION OF S.O. 10(2) The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to …

6 May
Answered

the ongoing conflict between the Mauritius Olympic Committee and the Mauritius Tennis Federation, he will st…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/436) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the ongoing conflict between the Mauritius Olympic Committee and the Mauritius …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House that on 24 April 2025, the Mauritius Olympic Committee has forwarded to me a copy of a letter …

6 May
Answered

national and international football tournaments, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information a…

asked by Ms Collet · Rodrigues

"(No. B/451) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to national and international football tournaments, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Reply: Rodrigues holds a special place in our hearts and is recognised for its reservoir of sporting talent. For this reason, whenever a national selection is …

13 May
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the Advisors attached to the Ministry, he will state in each case the – (a) name and date of appointment the…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/491) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Advisors attached to the Ministry, he will state in each case the – (a) name …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, with your permission, in light of the number of Advisers attached to my Ministry, which include 15 Advisers/Coaches, I am tabling …

13 May
Answered

the Jeux Inter Collèges, he will state – (a) the dates for the holding of the competitions thereof for 2025;…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/503) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Jeux Inter Collèges, he will state – (a) the dates for the holding of the …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, as I stated during my intervention on the Government Programme on 28 February 2025, the inter-college sports …

13 May
Answered

the renovation works being carried out at the Harry Latour Stadium at Mahebourg, he will state where matters…

asked by Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/509) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the renovation works being carried out at the Harry Latour Stadium at Mahebourg, he …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that presently no contract has been awarded for renovation works at the Harry Latour Stadium. However, the …

17 Jun
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the 13th CJSOI GAMES to be held in Seychelles from 28 July to 10 August 2025, he will state – (a) the number…

asked by Mr François · Rodrigues

"(No. B/563) Mr J. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the 13th CJSOI GAMES to be held in Seychelles from 28 July to 10 August 2025, he will state – (a) …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, le 13eme édition des Jeux de la Commission de la Jeunesse et des Sports de l’Océan Indien will be held on the 2nd to …

8 Jul
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the sports facilities and complexes in Constituency No. 13, he will – (a) state if consideration will be giv…

asked by Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/599) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the sports facilities and complexes in Constituency No. 13, he will – (a) …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, there are no sports facilities or complexes in Constituency No. 13 operating under the aegis of my Ministry. However, my …

8 Jul
Answered

the Mauritius Sports Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the names of t…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/610) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Mauritius Sports Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the present Board of the Mauritius Sports Council was constituted on 17 January 2025. I am tabling the composition …

8 Jul
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the football final match of the Republic Cup 2024-25 held on 22 June 2025 between La Cure Waves and Chebel C…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/619) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the football final match of the Republic Cup 2024-25 held on 22 June 2025 …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the scheduling of sports events comprising leagues or other specific competition rests solely with Sport Federations …

8 Jul
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the change of venue for the holding of the football semi-final match of the Mauritius Football Association (…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/639) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the change of venue for the holding of the football semi-final match of the …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Mauritius Football Association (MFA) that the semi-final of the MFA Cup 2025 between Cercle de Joachim Curepipe Club Sportif and La …

15 Jul
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the proposed introduction of a new administrative framework and a new Sports Bill, he will state where matte…

asked by Mr François · Rodrigues

"(No. B/671) Mr F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the proposed introduction of a new administrative framework and a new Sports Bill, he will state …"

Reply

The Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare (Ms A. Navarre-Marie): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, in the absence of the substantive Minister, I am replying to …

15 Jul
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the synthetic football pitches, also known as “futsal”, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain inform…

asked by Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/678) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the synthetic football pitches, also known as “futsal”, he will, for the benefit …"

Reply

The Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare (Mrs A. Navarre-Marie): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that there is a significant difference between …

29 Jul
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kitesurfing, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the relevant authorities, information as to…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/796) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to kitesurfing, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the relevant …"

Reply

The Minister of Tourism (Mr R. Duval): Thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir. With your kind permission, I will reply to both PQ B/796 and PQ B/805 together as …

29 Jul
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the ongoing renovation and repair works being carried out at the Mare d'Albert Swimming Pool, he will, for t…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/802) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the ongoing renovation and repair works being carried out at the Mare d'Albert …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Mauritius Sports Council that the Mare d'Albert Swimming Pool is closed since June 2024 to allow …

29 Jul
Answered

kite surfing, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the relevant authorities, information as to…

asked by Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/805) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to kite surfing, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the relevant authorities, …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/796) The Deputy Speaker: The hon. First Member for Rodrigues, Ms Collet! 74 2025 INTER-COLLEGE SPORTS COMPETITION– COST, HANDISPORT …

29 Jul
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the 2025 Inter-College Games held from 14 to 18 July at the Côte d’Or National Sports Complex and other venu…

asked by Ms Collet · Rodrigues

"(No. B/806) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the 2025 Inter-College Games held from 14 to 18 July at the Côte d’Or National Sports Complex and …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Inter-College Sports Competition 2025 was a joint collaboration between my Ministry and the Ministry of Education …

29 Jul
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the General Assembly of the Mauritius Judo Federation held on 11 July 2025, he will, for the benefit of the…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/807) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the General Assembly of the Mauritius Judo Federation held on 11 July 2025, he will, …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, on 13 July 2025, my Ministry received an email from the Mauritius Judo Federation informing my Ministry that it had held …

29 Jul
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the Morcellement St André Football Ground, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to i…

asked by Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet

"(No. B/812) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Morcellement St André Football Ground, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with your permission, as Acting Minister of Local Government, I shall reply to this …

7 Oct
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his recent visit to Rodrigues Island, he will – (a) state the – (i) purposes and outcomes thereof; (ii) meas…

asked by Ms Collet · Rodrigues

"(No. B/843) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to his recent visit to Rodrigues Island, he will – (a) state the – (i) purposes and outcomes …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, allow me to take the time of the House to underline once again that Rodrigues is an autonomous island, operating under the …

7 Oct
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the recreational sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/849) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the recreational sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Mauritius Sports Council that there is one sports facility in Constituency No. 10 that falls under …

7 Oct
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the sports infrastructures falling under the purview of his Ministry and that of the Mauritius Sports Counci…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/886) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the sports infrastructures falling under the purview of his Ministry and that of the …"

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Reply: My Ministry owns 49 sports infrastructures, out of which 25 are managed by the Mauritius Sports Council (MSC). In addition, the MSC manages ten …

28 Oct
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the “Projet de Relance du football” in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) annual budget that is being propos…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/929) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the “Projet de Relance du football” in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) annual …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) The Deputy Speaker: So, we go to B/930. The Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac. CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS – SCHOOL ENROLLMENT – …

11 Nov
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the National Youth Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the – (a) compos…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/992) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the National Youth Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

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Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, the National Youth Council is a statutory body established under Section 3 of the National Youth Council Act 1998 with the object …

11 Nov
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the renovation works undertaken at the Harry Latour Stadium, he will state where matters stand.

asked by Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/996) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the renovation works undertaken at the Harry Latour Stadium, he will state where …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, the Harry Latour Stadium is owned by the Ministry and managed by the Mauritius Sports Council. It is operational and being …

11 Nov
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the proposed professionalisation of football in Mauritius, he will state where matters stand, indicating the…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/999) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the proposed professionalisation of football in Mauritius, he will state …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, with your permission I will reply to PQ B/999 and B/1021 together as they relate to the same subject. I thank the hon. Member for …

11 Nov
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the “Projet de Relance du Football” in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) annual budget that is being propos…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/1021) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the “Projet de Relance du Football” in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) annual …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/999) POINTE DU DIABLE – VISITOR’S PARKING FACILITIES & SAFETY MEASURES

25 Nov
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the former Liverpool Football Club International Academy, Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/1062) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the former Liverpool Football Club International Academy, Mauritius, he will, for …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, the former Liverpool Football Club International Academy Mauritius commonly referred to as the Liverpool Football Academy was set …

25 Nov
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the 2025 Elective General Assembly of the Mauritius Olympic Committee , he will state if he has taken cogniz…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/1067) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the 2025 Elective General Assembly of the Mauritius Olympic Committee , he will …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that I have taken cognizance of the recording that was circulated on the eve of the elective general …

25 Nov
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the illegal rallies and motor racing occurring in public places and along public roads, he will state if his…

asked by Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/1071) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the illegal rallies and motor racing occurring in public places and along public …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, motorsports, particularly rally and racing, are witnessing a surge in popularity in Mauritius. This growing interest reflects a …

25 Nov
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the Anjalay Coopen Stadium, in Belle Vue Harel, he will state if it is operational and, if not, why not, ind…

asked by Mr Juman · Port-Louis Maritime and Port Louis East

"(No. B/1098) Mr E. Juman (First Member for Port-Louis Maritime & Port Louis East) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Anjalay Coopen Stadium, in Belle Vue Harel, he will state if it is …"

Reply

Reply: I have on several occasions, informed the House on the deplorable state of our sports infrastructures. The Anjalay Coopen Stadium is one prime example. …

2 Dec
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the New George V Stadium in Curepipe and the Anjalay Coopen Stadium in Belle Vue Harel, he will state whethe…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/1136) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether in regard to the New George V Stadium in Curepipe and the Anjalay Coopen Stadium in Belle Vue …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that it is the Mauritius Football Association which is responsible for applying for homologation of a …

2 Dec
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the Rivière du Rempart Swimming Pool, he will state whether a survey of the state of the facilities thereof,…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/1141) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Rivière du Rempart Swimming Pool, he will state whether a survey of the state of …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, as I had already indicated since my taking of office, several sports infrastructure all over the island are either out of use or …

2 Dec
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the advancement of football in our Republic and in the Indian Ocean, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

asked by Mr François · Rodrigues

"(No. B/1148) Mr F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the advancement of football in our Republic and in the Indian Ocean, he will, for the benefit of …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, the Union des Fédérations de Football de l'Océan Indien was a regional football confederation for the Indian Ocean and operated …

2 Dec
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football tournaments in Constituency No. 6, he will state if consideration will be given to organise competi…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/1163) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to football tournaments in Constituency No. 6, he will state if consideration will be …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) RIVIÈRE DU REMPART DISTRICT COUNCIL – CRUSHER RUN DISTRIBUTION – QUANTITY DISTRIBUTED

9 Dec
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the football academy for kids between 7 to 17 years old, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain infor…

asked by Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/1205) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the football academy for kids between 7 to 17 years old, he will, for the benefit …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I thank the hon. Member for this question which gives me an opportunity to clarify the situation regarding the use of facilities …

9 Dec
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the Fédération Mauricienne de Judo, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to where ma…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/1229) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Fédération Mauricienne de Judo, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) JAWARHALALL NEHRU HOSPITAL – POWER FAILURE – CAUSES & MEASURES ENVISAGED

17 Mar
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the promotion of sports, he will state the initiatives and/or programmes implemented since October 2024 to d…

asked by Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/52) Dr. Ms Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the promotion of sports, he will state the initiatives and/or programmes …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, this question provides an excellent opportunity to highlight the comprehensive and strategic action which my Ministry has …

24 Mar
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the Anjalay Coopen Stadium, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports Council,…

asked by Mr Juman · Port-Louis Maritime and Port Louis East

"(No. B/100) Mr E. Juman (First Member for Port Louis Maritime & Port Louis East) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Anjalay Coopen Stadium, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, in my written reply PQ B/1098 of the Sitting of 25 November 2025, I have provided the reason why the Anjalay Coopen Stadium is …

24 Mar
Answered

the eighteen clubs seeking affiliation to the Federation Mauricienne de Judo, he will, for the benefit of th…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/105) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether in regard to the eighteen clubs seeking affiliation to the Federation Mauricienne de Judo, he …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I would like to refer the House to my reply to PQ B/220 at our Sitting on 25 March 2025 wherein I had stated that while I am …

24 Mar
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the Managing Committee of the Association Mauricienne de Badminton, he will, for the benefit of the House, o…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/106) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Managing Committee of the Association Mauricienne de Badminton, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, being given that this question requires a long answer, I am tabling, with your permission, the chronology of events that have led …

24 Mar
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the collaboration between his Ministry and local district councils for integrating sports facilities into a…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/108) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’ Or) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the collaboration between his Ministry and local district councils for integrating …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to highlight that despite the fact that there is no established Memorandum of Understanding or codified joint action plan …

24 Mar
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the swimming pool at Pavillon, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports Counc…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/110) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the swimming pool at Pavillon, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Mauritius Sports Council that leakages were detected in the silica sand filter of the Pavillon Swimming Pool …

21 Apr
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the interim committee set up by his Ministry following the dissolution of the Managing Committee of the Asso…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/426) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the interim committee set up by his Ministry following the dissolution of the …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, my Ministry dissolved the Managing Committee of the Mauritius Badminton Association on the 10 March 2026 pursuant to section …

5 May
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the revocation of Mr N. V. as Chairperson of the Trust Fund for Excellence in Sports, he will state – (a) th…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/599) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the revocation of Mr N. V. as Chairperson of the Trust Fund for Excellence in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES-MET OFFICE – GRANT FUND AGREEMENT – OBJECTIVES & BENEFITS

5 May
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the provision of sports infrastructure in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East,…

asked by Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/608) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the provision of sports infrastructure in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) CONSTITUENCY NO.18, BELLE ROSE & QUATRE BORNES – CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINS