PM Modi to Inaugurate Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar on May 4
PM Modi is set to visit Bihar again on 4 May 2025 to primarily inaugurate the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Bihar on 24 April 2025 to launch several developmental projects worth ₹13,500 crores.
During his 24 April visit, he also spoke out about the Pahalgam terrorist attack that took place on 22 April 2025. In this attack, 28 tourists lost their lives when terrorists targeted them in the the Baisaran Valley, near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir.
PM Modi condemned the act of terrorism, with the strong resolve that the perpetrators would be tracked down and given un-imaginable punishment in order to provide justice to the innocent civilians who lost their lives.
This time on May 4, 2025 PM Modi is coming to launch Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar (KIYG 2025). Bihar has took the prestigious opportunity to host this event for the first time. The event will be held from 4th May 2025 to 15th may 2025. It is one of the largest youth-centric multi sporting event which will draw more than 10,000 athletes from all over India. Recently Bihar is gaining prominence as a sports hub.
Let’s know everything about the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 Bihar in detail, you can use the table of contents to navigate as per your liking :
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About the Khelo India Youth Games 2025
Providing a brief introduction about the KIYG, it was launched in 2018 with the vision of promoting sports at the grassroot levels in India. This is primitive that promoting sportsmanship among young athletes by providing them a platform to showcase their talent. The next generation of Indian sports-stars can be found using such mega sports event. The KIYG 2025 is no exception to this, the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 will be held in Bihar featuring over 28 different sports.
This is for the first time ever that Bihar is hosting the Khelo India Youth Games. Bihar is ready to shine on the national stage. The event will be held in 5 major Bihar cities i.e. Patna, Rajgir, Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Begusarai. In addition to these, few events like shooting, gymnastics, and track cycling will be held in New Delhi as it has the suitable infrastructure to host such events.
PM Modi’s 4 May Bihar Visit
PM will launch the opening ceremony of the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar’s Patna. This shows the government’s commitment in overall development of our nation. With PM Modi’s presence, the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar will gather a lot more media and public attention from India and as well as the world. This will show the growing importance of Bihar as a sports hub where not only Rajgir but the other cities from Bihar are also given a golden opportunity to host the prestigious KIYG 2025.
Apart from the inauguration of the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna, Bihar, PM Modi will also inaugurate major infrastructural projects like the Simaria Bridge and the Bakhtiyarpur National Highway.
Khelo India Youth Games 2025 Venue
As we have already discussed, Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar will be held in five different cities. The cities have been allocated sports according to the best facilities they offer. We have provided detailed breakdown of the same :
Patna
Patna, the state capital, will host several popular sports, including athletics, badminton, basketball, boxing, football, gymnastics, hockey, judo, kabaddi, kalaripayattu, mallakhamb, and wrestling. Patna is well known for its well-equipped stadiums and modern infrastructure that can host such a large-scale event.
Rajgir
Rajgir is emerging as a major sports hub in Bihar. It has gained more prominence after the successfully hosting the Women’s Asian Hockey Championship 2024. Rajgir will host sports like Archery, Sepak Takraw, Tennis, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Thang-ta, and Rugby.
Gaya
Gaya famously known for its Vishnupad Temple and Bodhgaya’s Mahabodhi Temple will host sports like fencing, shooting, swimming, kho-kho, and yogasana. Apart from being a cultural powerhouse, Gaya is well-equipped with morden facilities for hosting water sports. It will also provide serene landscapes which will enhance the overall appeal of the events.
Bhagalpur
Bhagalpur will host cycling and gatka, two exciting sports that require specialized facilities. Such events are selected to include both traditional and modern sports in the arena of KIYG 2025. This will add diversity to the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar.
Begusarai
Finally, Begusarai will host major events like Table Tennis and Football. Such exciting events will attract local audiences and promote sports in the area.
In addition to these cities, New Delhi will host select events requiring specialized infrastructure, such as shooting, gymnastics, and track cycling.
Highlights of the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar
The Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Bihar is not just for providing a competitive platform but also aims at grassroot sports development. This is an initiative to identify, nurture, and promote talent from across the country. Athletes who perform nicely will be selected for scholarships. Also, ₹5 lakh is awarded annually to 1,000 selected athletes.
Athletes who win medals in this event will be provided with government jobs so that they can solely focus on their sports practice for a bright career in sports.
Moreover, the Khelo India Youth Games have led to the creation of Khelo India Centres and the Khelo India State Centres of Excellence (KISCE). Such state-of-the-art sports facilities will ensure that the young athletes can easily accesse high-quality training and resources. This will help them in developing their skills and excel in their respective sports.
Conclusion
The Khelo India Youth Games 2025 Bihar will be a landmark event for Bihar that will redefine the state’s potential of hosting such major sports events. The event will handle over 10,000 athletes from across India and this is a major achievement in itself! With PM Modi inaugurating this event, Bihar will gain more media attention. This will improve the situation of sports and encourage more young athletes to give their best.
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