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38th National Games 2025
The 38th National Games 2025, also known as the Uttarakhand 2025, took place in the state of Uttarakhand from January 28 to February 14, 2025. This multi-sport event featured over 11,000 athletes from 28 states, eight Union Territories, and the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB), competing in 32 different sports and four demonstration events.
Host Selection and Preparation
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) awarded the hosting rights to the Uttarakhand Olympic Association during the closing ceremony of the 2023 National Games of India. The event was held across 11 venues in Uttarakhand, with Dehradun being the main hub.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) awarded the hosting rights to the Uttarakhand Olympic Association during the closing ceremony of the 2023 National Games of India. The event was held across 11 venues in Uttarakhand, with Dehradun being the main hub.
Participating Teams and Sports
A total of 11,354 athletes participated in the event, with Uttarakhand having the highest number of participants (1,012), followed by Haryana (875), Maharashtra (795), Karnataka (677), and Tamil Nadu (618). The games featured 32 competitive sports and four demonstration events, including traditional disciplines like Mallakhamb, Kalarippayattu, Rafting, and Yogasana.
A total of 11,354 athletes participated in the event, with Uttarakhand having the highest number of participants (1,012), followed by Haryana (875), Maharashtra (795), Karnataka (677), and Tamil Nadu (618). The games featured 32 competitive sports and four demonstration events, including traditional disciplines like Mallakhamb, Kalarippayattu, Rafting, and Yogasana.
Key Highlights and Schedule
The event commenced on January 28, 2025, with the inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The games featured a range of sports, including Athletics, Aquatics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, and more. The schedule included events like Triathlon (January 26-30), Kho Kho (January 28-February 1), and Athletics (February 8-12).
The event commenced on January 28, 2025, with the inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The games featured a range of sports, including Athletics, Aquatics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, and more. The schedule included events like Triathlon (January 26-30), Kho Kho (January 28-February 1), and Athletics (February 8-12).
Mascot, Logo, and Tagline
The mascot for the 38th National Games was "Mauli," inspired by the Himalayan Monal, the state bird of Uttarakhand. The logo, jersey, torch, and anthem reflected Uttarakhand's rich cultural heritage and identity. The tagline for the event was "Sankalp Se Shikhar Tak" (From Resolution to Zenith), highlighting the values of dedication, perseverance, and striving for excellence.
The mascot for the 38th National Games was "Mauli," inspired by the Himalayan Monal, the state bird of Uttarakhand. The logo, jersey, torch, and anthem reflected Uttarakhand's rich cultural heritage and identity. The tagline for the event was "Sankalp Se Shikhar Tak" (From Resolution to Zenith), highlighting the values of dedication, perseverance, and striving for excellence.
Medal Tally
As of February 3, 2025, Karnataka led the medal tally with 42 medals, followed by Services Sports Control Board (38 medals), Maharashtra (61 medals), and others.
As of February 3, 2025, Karnataka led the medal tally with 42 medals, followed by Services Sports Control Board (38 medals), Maharashtra (61 medals), and others.
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