Srinagar, Mar 9 (UNI) The 2nd edition of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) began at the picturesque tourist destination of Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Sunday.
More than 550 athletes from across the country are participating in the four-day mega event.
On the first day of the event, ski mountaineering, alpine skiing, snowboarding, and 5 to 10 kilometre Nordic skiing competitions are being held at the Kongdori peak and at the golf club.
There is a lot of enthusiasm among the athletes who have come from all over the country.
A medal ceremony will be held at 4 pm for the winners in the first day’s competitions.
Meanwhile, night ski demonstrations will also be held on the slopes of Gulmarg during which various skiers will showcase their skills.
On this occasion, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Jammu and Kashmir Sports Minister Satish Sharma will preside over the occasion, officials said.
A beam light show, a skiers torch show, a trio dance, and a fireworks show event will also take place during the evening.
Earlier, the Khelo India Winter games were scheduled to take place from February 22 to 28 postponed due to less snowfall at Gulmarg. However, Gulmarg and other parts of Kashmir witnessed heavy snowfall during the first week of March that prompted the authorities to announce a fresh date to hold the mega event.
