Bhubaneswar, Aug 5: Sportspersons under Department of Sports and Youth Services gathered today at Kalinga Hockey Stadium along with Secretary Sports, Vishal K Dev, and officials and staff to observe a one- minute silent prayer for the Covid warrior who have laid down their lives in the fight against Covid 19.

Together, they  also pledged to act responsibly and follow all guidelines strictly, to protect themselves and their family, while Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik administered the oath over a live telecast that was screened within the hockey stadium premise.