‘Khel Mahakumbh’
On 12th March, PM Modi launched the Khel Mahakumbh 2022.
About Khel Mahakumbh 2022
Khel Mahakumbh 2022 will be the 11th Khel Mahakumbh event. It was launched by PM Modi at Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
About Khel Mahakumbh
- Khel Mahakumbh is an annual sports competition organized by the Gujarat government.
- It was started in 2010 and has revolutionized sports in Gujarat. The first Khel Mahakumbh in 2010 witnessed the participation of 13 lakh players in 16 sports. In 2019’s Khel Mahakumbh, the participation increased to 40 lakh players participated in 36 sports and 26 para-sports.
- Due to COVID-19, the Khel Mahakumbh could not be organized for the last two years. In the 2022 Khel Mahakumbh, it is expected that 40 lakhs to 55 lakhs players will participate.
Eligibility
There is no age limit for Khel Mahakumbh. Any person of a minimum of 09 years can register through the online portal to take part in the Khel Mahakumbh 2022. As there is no age bar, the event will witness huge participation from the people of Gujarat who will compete in various events over one month. Different games are there for different age groups.
Sports covered
Both traditional and modern sports events are conducted, they include kabaddi, kho-kho, tug of war, yogasana, mallakhambh, tennis, fencing, etc.
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs