Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Olympic silver medallist and the sports minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore inaugurate the Khelo India School Games.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Olympic silver medallist and the sports minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore inaugurate the Khelo India School Games. Image Courtesy: Agencies
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Several dignitaries and distinguished athletes graced the inauguration of the Khelo India School Games. Image Courtesy: Agencies
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The inaugural Khelo India School Games, seen as a game-changing cog in the wheel that can spin India to international acclaim, will see competitions in 16 disciplines with more than 3700 athletes vying for 199 gold medals. Image Courtesy: Agencies
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There was a cultural programme that celebrated the legend of Dronacharya and his ace student Arjuna, the two heroes who are commemorated by the National Sports Awards for Coaches and Athletes respectively. Image Courtesy: Agencies
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A spectacular show on India’s ancient sports and successes in the international arena was also in focus. Image courtesy: Agencies
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The parade of “Guru-Shishyas” from the 16 disciplines that form a part of the Khelo India School Games programme was the highlight of the opening ceremony. Expectedly, the coaches and their trainees evoked loud applause from the packed Indira Gandhi Stadium and had the whole stadium stand up and welcome them. Image Courtesy: Agencies
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Modi said, “Sports should occupy a central place in the lives of our youth.” He added “Sports is an important means of personality development.”He exhorted youngsters to devote time to sport alongside their busy schedules. “India does not lack sporting talent,” the Prime Minister asserted. “We are a youthful nation and we can do even better in sports.” Image courtesy: Agencies

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