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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Inaugurates Khel Mahakumbh 2025 in Surat
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 01:18 AM
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Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel officially launched the Khel Mahakumbh 2025 in Surat, highlighting Gujarat’s rich sporting tradition.
Surat, Gujarat – Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel presided over the inauguration ceremony of Khel Mahakumbh 2025 on Thursday, marking the start of a statewide sports festival aimed at showcasing Gujarat’s athletic heritage.
The event, billed as a celebration of the state’s sporting legacy, will span several weeks and feature competitions across a wide range of disciplines, from traditional games to modern athletics. Organisers said the festival seeks to encourage youth participation, improve infrastructure, and position Gujarat as a hub for sporting excellence.
Surat, which has consistently performed strongly in previous editions of the Mahakumbh, was highlighted as a key host city. Officials noted the city’s robust sports facilities and its role in nurturing talent, positioning it as a model for other districts.
The launch concluded with a cultural program and a pledge from the state government to allocate additional resources for training centers and grassroots initiatives, aiming to sustain momentum through 2025 and beyond.
The event, billed as a celebration of the state’s sporting legacy, will span several weeks and feature competitions across a wide range of disciplines, from traditional games to modern athletics. Organisers said the festival seeks to encourage youth participation, improve infrastructure, and position Gujarat as a hub for sporting excellence.
Surat, which has consistently performed strongly in previous editions of the Mahakumbh, was highlighted as a key host city. Officials noted the city’s robust sports facilities and its role in nurturing talent, positioning it as a model for other districts.
The launch concluded with a cultural program and a pledge from the state government to allocate additional resources for training centers and grassroots initiatives, aiming to sustain momentum through 2025 and beyond.