Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Sports, beamed with pride after engaging with Kashmir’s promising young athletes on Thursday. His X updates, complete with photos, spotlighted the profound influence of Khelo India.
‘Great joy in meeting these passionate Kashmir youths. Khelo India has sparked positive transformations—they stand ready to aid PM Modi’s Viksit Bharat mission,’ he shared. Their enthusiasm was palpable.
Jammu and Kashmir’s sporting resurgence post-2014 NDA era has been stellar. Local heroes dominate state and national events, propelled by Khelo India’s grassroots push.
From specialized training hubs across districts, expert mentors sharpen skills for elite competitions. Rajouri Sports Stadium exemplifies this, training 8-18-year-olds in boxing and birthing new talents.
The recent Gulmarg Winter Games (Feb 23-26) drew 400 from 30 states/UTs, the second ice spectacle here. J&K and Ladakh have hosted every one of the six editions, showcasing winter prowess.
With unwavering Centre backing, the region is scripting a sports success saga, where empowered youth fuel India’s journey to sporting and developmental excellence.