Telangana will host Khelo India Games on a grand scale: Minister Vakiti Srihari
New Delhi, August 13
Telangana Minister for Sports Vakiti Srihari, along with Advisor to the Government for Sports Affairs AP Jithender Reddy and Chairman of the Sports Authority of Telangana State K Shivasena Reddy, called on Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi on Thursday.
On behalf of the Telangana Government, Minister Srihari thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya for allotting the Khelo India Games to Telangana.
During the meeting, the delegation presented the Union Minister with an invitation letter from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. The Minister stated that the Khelo India Games would be held in Telangana for 12 days, from December 11 to December 22.
Srihari said the State Government had prepared comprehensive plans to organise the Games on a grand and prestigious scale. He assured that the event would be conducted to the highest standards, leaving no room for shortcomings or adverse remarks.
He further stated that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy would seek an appointment with Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi and personally invite him to attend the Khelo India programme.
The Minister said the Telangana Government had introduced a new sports policy and was taking revolutionary measures to advance the sports sector in the State. Special priority was being accorded to identifying and encouraging talented sportspersons from rural areas.
"With the cooperation of all stakeholders, we will successfully organise the Khelo India Games and further enhance Telangana's reputation as a leading sporting destination," Vakiti Srihari said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some good sports news from our state! But I hope they focus on identifying talent from rural areas as mentioned. That's where the real potential lies. 👏
Minister said "no room for shortcomings" - that's a bold statement. Let's see if they actually deliver. Past events in other states have had logistical issues. Hope Telangana sets a new standard.
Superb initiative! December in Hyderabad will be pleasant weather for sports. Hope they use existing facilities like Gachibowli and also upgrade others. This will boost tourism too! ✨
Good to see the state government taking sports seriously. But 12 days is a long time - need proper planning for accommodation, transport, and security for thousands of athletes. Hope the execution matches the vision.
Proud moment for Telangana! The new sports policy focusing on rural talent is exactly what we need. Our kabaddi and kho-kho players from villages are world-class. Excited for December! 🏅
Impressive planning by the Telangana government. Khelo India has been a great platform for young athletes across the country. Hope this edition inspires more youngsters to take up sports professionally.