The Khelo Delhi sports festival, a major event in Delhi, aims to strengthen and promote a vibrant sports culture in the national capital.
Speaking after a dialogue with sports personalities and fitness coaches, Delhi Minister Ashish Sood announced that the government will organize competitions in seven major sports disciplines, including football, basketball, volleyball, and kabaddi. He also stated that the event will help assess and improve sports infrastructure across Delhi.
The Minister stated that the government aims to have over 30,000 athletes participate in the month-long sports festival. Mr. Sood added that the Mahakumbh will also provide a strong platform for women athletes, with a particular focus on their safety and participation.
He expressed confidence that this initiative will lead to a strong and dynamic sports culture in the capital, ultimately resulting in a significant increase in Delhi's medal count at national and international competitions in the years to come.
