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Telangana to host Khelo India Youth Games 2026 in Hyderabad

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy says Khelo India Youth Games 2026 will be held on a grand scale, with stadium upgrades and preparations underway.

Sentinel Digital Desk

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Tuesday that the state government will organise the prestigious Khelo India Youth Games 2026 on a grand scale.

The Chief Minister held a review of the arrangements being made for the games with Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari and senior officials at the Bodhi Pavilion within the MCRHRD campus.

He instructed officials to develop the necessary infrastructure for the national-level competitions in which sportspersons from various states will participate.

Officials were directed to assess the current condition of stadiums in Hyderabad and take the required measures to upgrade them permanently to suit the requirements of the sporting events.

Reiterating that the government is ready to provide adequate funds, CM Revanth Reddy also instructed officials to start preparations immediately to involve chief guests, renowned athletes and film personalities in the opening and closing ceremonies.

The Chief Minister emphasised the need to allocate specific responsibilities regarding infrastructure, event management and guest facilities to officials. IANS

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