In a heartwarming update from New Delhi, Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya shared his delight from Thursday’s meet-up with Kashmir’s young athletes. Via X posts with event snaps, he praised Khelo India’s pivotal role in reshaping their futures.
Mandaviya wrote, ‘Immense happiness meeting Kashmir’s youth athletes—Khelo India has instilled pride and purpose. They’ve vowed full support for PM Modi’s developed India vision.’ The gathering highlighted stories of inspiration and resolve.
The tide turned for J&K sports after 2014’s NDA government formation. Regional players now excel in various disciplines at state and national arenas, crediting Khelo India’s comprehensive framework.
Statewide centers provide top-tier training, grooming prospects for global podiums. Notably, Rajouri’s stadium runs a boxing program for 8-18-year-olds under certified coaches, positioning it as an emerging powerhouse.
Gulmarg buzzed with the Khelo India Winter Games (Feb 23-26), uniting 400 registrants from 30 states/UTs. As the second snow edition, it continues J&K-Ladakh’s legacy hosting all six iterations.
Central initiatives are fueling sustained growth, turning Jammu and Kashmir into a sports cradle and aligning youth aspirations with national ambitions.