LG Ladakh Declares Open 6th Khelo India Winter Games In Leh

Key Highlights

• He said the competitions include ice hockey, speed skating and, for the first time, figure skating.
• Addressing the inaugural session, the Lt Governor said hosting the Games for the third consecutive year reflects the confidence reposed by the country in Ladakh’s capability, commitment and preparedness to organise major sporting events in challenging high-altitude conditions.
• He said the Games are playing a crucial role in promoting winter sports, nurturing young talent, and strengthening the sporting ecosystem in the region.
• Highlighting the significance of the inclusion of figure skating, Gupta said it marks an important step in the evolution of winter sports in India.
• “Plans are underway to include additional disciplines such as curling in future editions to further broaden the scope of winter sports in the country,” he said.