Make Khelo India Games a Memorable Event: CM Revanth Directs Officials
Revanth Reddy directed officials to assess the condition of stadiums and other sporting infrastructure and undertake permanent improvements
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday directed officials to make the Khelo India Youth Games 2026, which the state will host in Hyderabad in December, a prestigious and memorable sporting event reflecting the true spirit of sportsmanship. The Chief Minister, along with Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari, reviewed arrangements for the national-level sporting event and stressed the need for comprehensive preparations well in advance.
Revanth Reddy directed officials to assess the condition of stadiums and other sporting infrastructure and undertake permanent improvements to bring them up to the standards required for hosting the competitions. He assured that the state government was ready to provide the necessary funds for infrastructure development. Since athletes from different states would participate in the games, he called for arrangements that would provide them with quality sporting facilities and a conducive environment.
The Chief Minister also directed officials to begin preparations for the opening and closing ceremonies, including identifying and inviting prominent guests, leading sportspersons, and film personalities to participate in the programmes. He asked officials to clearly divide responsibilities relating to infrastructure, conduct of sporting events, and facilities for athletes and guests so that each department could take ownership of its assigned tasks.
He suggested involving Arjuna Award-winning sportspersons from Telangana, members of the Telangana Sports Hub Board, representatives of the Olympic Association, and national-level sports bodies in the organisation of the games. He instructed officials to prepare a detailed plan immediately to ensure their effective participation.
As competitions in 20 sporting disciplines are proposed to be held as part of the Khelo India Youth Games, the Chief Minister asked officials to identify suitable venues for each discipline and make arrangements accordingly. He emphasised that the games should be conducted in a manner that showcases Telangana's sporting capabilities while upholding the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship.
The Chief Minister also stressed that preparations for the December event should be taken up in mission mode to ensure that all infrastructure, logistical, and hospitality arrangements were completed well before the competitions.
CM’s adviser K. Ramakrishna Rao, Sports Authority of Telangana Chairman Shiva Sena Reddy, Sports Department Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan, and SATG Managing Director Sonibala Devi were present.
