Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur formally inaugurates first-ever Khelo India Para Games in New Delhi

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Singh Thakur formally inaugurated the first-ever Khelo India Para Games (KIPGs) in New Delhi today.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Thakur said that the event is not just the celebration of our spirit of sportsmanship but it is a light that will bring inclusivity and empowerment in India. He further pointed out that KIPGs will further reiterate the PM's vision of "Kheloge to Khiloge".

More than 1,400 participants from across 32 states and Union Territories including Services Sports Control Board are participating in the 8-day event. The Para athletes will compete for honours in 7 disciplines including para athletics, para shooting, para archery, para football, para badminton, para table tennis and para weight lifting. Khelo India Para Games aim to provide opportunity for aspiring para-athletes to showcase their skill and develop their career in para sports.

Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry has said that athletes participating in the Khelo India Para Games will receive comprehensive medical coverage. The Ministry said that the medical coverage includes emergency medical services, on-site medical teams and access to necessary healthcare facilities.