Narendra Modi releases FIFA Stamp FootBallFever

Says India is making preparations for hosting football world cup in 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released FIFA Stamp, FootBallFever for 2014 FIFA World cup at 7RCR on Thursday.

"Society can't function without a sportsman spirit. Sports brings people together," said Modi.

"This is history; India is making preparations for hosting the (Junior U-17) Football World Cup in 2017. Football is gaining space in our country's sports. We need to push it more. Commentary plays a very important role in any game," he added.

Modi also thanked the Goa Government for its decision to send six MLAs on a "junket" to Brazil to attend the FIFA World Cup.