GUWAHATI, Jan 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that over 52 lakh register and 27 lakh participate in Khel Maharan GP games.
Taking to the micro-blogging site X on Wednesday, Sarma shared the astounding success of the Khel Maharan initiative, a pioneering program aimed at identifying and promoting sporting talent at the grassroots level.
“The initiative has garnered an overwhelming response, with a staggering 52 lakh individuals participating, and 27 lakh actively engaging in Gram Panchayat (GP) level games,” he added.
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The Khel Maharan initiative, a brainchild of the Assam government, is designed to identify and nurture at least 1,000 promising sportspersons at the grassroots level while simultaneously focusing on enhancing sports infrastructure at the Gram Panchayat level.
Sarma’s post highlighted the remarkable achievements of Khel Maharan, showcasing the establishment of Youth Clubs in each Assembly Constituency.
The competitions, spanning five disciplines including Athletics, Football, Volleyball, Kabaddi, and Kho Kho, have become a pivotal platform for the state’s aspiring athletes.
In terms of sheer numbers, the Khel Maharan has registered an impressive 52.76 lakh individuals, demonstrating widespread interest and participation in the initiative. The identification of over 3,000 playgrounds for future sporting activities is a testament to the program’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure.
At the GP level, 27.26 lakh people actively participated in the games, contributing to the vibrant sports culture that the Khel Maharan initiative seeks to foster. An additional triumph for Khel Maharan includes the identification of 9,780 participants as players of interest at the Local Area Committee (LAC) level, further solidifying its impact on talent identification and development.
The Khel Maharan initiative has not only provided a platform for showcasing athletic prowess but has also emerged as a catalyst for community engagement and the development of a robust sports ecosystem in Assam.
Sarma expressed his satisfaction with the overwhelming response and pledged continued support for the initiative, emphasizing its role in shaping the future of sports in the state.
