Inspired by the power of sport Mao gave a new slogan “Keep fit, Study well, Work well”. Feng stated that the Chinese new democratic physical culture was to develop sports for people’s health, new democratic construction and the people’s national defense. Unfortunately, 1958-1966 was a period of political upheavals in China that dented the process of mass sports in the country. Sports officials were reappointed in the State Physical Culture & Sports Commission and the all-important National Physical Education & Sports School Conference was held in 1972. One can notice that the Chinese top leadership irrespective of its political stance remains steadfast in developing sports.

Source: The Nation April 22, 2023 11:51 UTC