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Delhi Khel Mahakumbh Inaugurated, Aims to Uncover Capital's Sports Talent

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh alongside Minister Ashish Sood and former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan. The event is a large-scale sports initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots participation and identifying talent across the capital. The festival will see over 20,500 athletes from all 12 Delhi districts compete in multiple sports at 16 venues. Officials expressed confidence that the platform will produce future champions for national and international competitions.

Key Points: Delhi Launches Khel Mahakumbh Sports Extravaganza

  • Grassroots sports initiative
  • 20,500+ athletes participating
  • Held across 16 venues in Delhi
  • Features 7+ sports disciplines
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Shikhar Dhawan participates in inauguration ceremony of Delhi Khel Mahakumbh

CM Rekha Gupta and cricketer Shikhar Dhawan inaugurate Delhi Khel Mahakumbh, a grassroots sports festival for 20,500+ athletes.

"The Delhi Khel Mahakumbh is a good step. It will encourage the youth. - Shikhar Dhawan"

New Delhi, February 13

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Delhi Minister Ashish Sood and former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, participated in the inauguration ceremony of the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh on Friday.

Delhi Khel Mahakumbh, an initiative of the Directorate of Education and Sports, Government of NCT of Delhi, aims to strengthen grassroots sports participation and talent identification across the capital.

The inaugural edition of the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh will be held from February 13 across 16 venues in the capital, featuring thousands of young athletes competing in basketball, football, athletics, kabaddi, wrestling, squash, and volleyball, with representation from all 12 districts of Delhi.

While speaking to ANI, former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan said, "The Delhi Khel Mahakumbh is a good step. It will encourage the youth. Good infrastructure will be provided. Proper guidance will be available. I am confident that many champions will emerge."

CM Rekha Gupta said that Delhi hosted its biggest-ever sports extravaganza, with about 20,500 athletes participating, and congratulated Delhi's residents, competitors, and the sports ministry for making it happen.

"For the first time in Delhi, a sports extravaganza of such a grand scale was held, in which 20,500 players participated. Every player from Delhi is connected with it. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the people of Delhi, the players, and the sports ministry," Rekha Gupta said.

Ashish Sood said Delhi's youth talent will shine in every nook, and in the near future, whether at the Olympics or the National Games, Delhi's athletes will make the biggest contribution.

"Skills of the youth will emerge from every corner in Delhi. In the coming times, whether it's the Olympics or the National Games, Delhi's players will make the biggest contribution," Sood said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Having Shikhar Dhawan there is a huge boost for the kids. His journey from local Delhi cricket to the Indian team is the perfect inspiration. Hope the 'proper guidance' he mentioned includes good coaches and not just infrastructure.
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Rohit P
20,500 participants is a massive number! Bhagwan jaane kitne future champions honge ismein. But the real test is sustainability. Will this be a yearly event with proper follow-up and support for identified talents, or just a one-time jashan?
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Priya S
As a parent, I'm thrilled. My son is participating in the athletics segment. It's so important to get children away from screens and onto the field. More power to the sports ministry and all the organizers! 🙌
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Michael C
While the event is commendable, I hope the focus is on inclusive participation from all socio-economic backgrounds in Delhi. Talent is everywhere, not just in posh schools. The 'every nook' comment needs to be backed by accessible venues and registration.
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Kavya N
Finally some positive news! Sports can change lives. Hope they have good medical and nutrition guidance too. Champion banne ke liye sirf coaching nahi, overall care chahiye. All the best to all the young players! 💪

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