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Prime Minister Narendra Modivirtually inaugurated the7th edition of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG)in Patna, markingBihar’s first-ever multi-discipline national sporting event.
AboutKhelo India Youth Games:
TheKhelo India Youth Gamesis an annual national-level multi-sport event under theKhelo India scheme, aimed at identifying, nurturing, and promoting grassroots sporting talent among India’s youth.
oThe previous 6 editions of the Youth Games have been held in Delhi, Pune, Guwahati, Panchkula, Bhopal and Chennai.
Launched: in 2018
Nodal Ministry:Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Primary Objective:
oPromotemass participationin sports
oFosterexcellenceand prepare athletes for international competitions
Target Group:Youth athletes under17 and 21 yearsof age.
Medal Sports:27 disciplines, withSepaktakrawincluded for the first time.
Demonstration Event:Esportsintroduced to promote digital-era sports.
Winners receivescholarshipsunder theKhelo India Scheme.