Kayak dreams: Mohsin Ali from Dal Lake sets olympic goal
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir: At just 16 years old, Mohsin Ali, a budding kayaker from Dal Lake, has set his sights on the Olympic Games, inspiring the next generation of athletes in Jammu & Kashmir. Known for his dedication and determination, Mohsin has been training rigorously under local coaches to compete at national and international […]
LG Manoj Sinha inaugurated Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 at Dal Lake, Srinagar
SRINAGAR, August 22, 2025 — Honourable Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the historic Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 at the iconic Dal Lake, marking a significant milestone for Jammu & Kashmir as a hub for national sports and tourism. The three-day event, organized by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and J&K Sports Council, […]
Shikara boy, 17, rows to J&K’s first gold at Khelo India Water Sports festival
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – In a moment of triumph at the iconic Dal Lake, 17-year-old Mohsin Ali Kand, a shikara operator from Srinagar, clinched the first gold medal for Jammu and Kashmir at the Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025. The young kayaker’s victory in the 1000-meter men’s kayaking event, with an impressive time […]
Khelo India Water Sports Festival to make waves at Dal Lake, Srinagar
Srinagar, August 20, 2025 – The Khelo India Water Sports Festival, a vibrant celebration of athleticism and unity, is set to take place from August 21 to 23, 2025, at the picturesque Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Approximately 800 athletes and 200 volunteers from across India will participate in this three-day event, showcasing […]
Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025: J&K athletes aim for National Glory at Dal Lake
Srinagar, August 19, 2025 – The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025, set to take place from August 21-23 at the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar, is poised to be a transformative event for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) athletes and the region’s sports tourism. Over 400 athletes from 36 states and Union Territories will […]
Dal Chu Pyaraan: Jammu & Kashmir welcomes Khelo India Water Sports 2025 at Dal Lake
Srinagar, 16 August, 2025: From waves to wonders, the shimmering waters of Dal Lake are set to come alive as Jammu & Kashmir hosts Khelo India Water Sports 2025. The grand sporting spectacle will transform Srinagar into the epicenter of aquatic adventure, drawing participants and spectators from across India. The event, themed “Dal Chu Pyaraan” […]
Himalayan Kingfisher soars as mascot for Khelo India Water Sports festival 2025
Srinagar, August 14, 2025 – The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) 2025 made a vibrant splash today with the unveiling of its official mascot, the Himalayan Kingfisher, in Srinagar. Set to take place from August 21-23 at the iconic Dal Lake in Jammu & Kashmir, the festival promises to be a grand showcase […]
CS Atal Dulloo finalises plans for Khelo India water sports festival 2025
Srinagar, August 13, 2025 – Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level meeting on August 12, 2025, with senior officials from the civil administration and police to finalize preparations for the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) 2025, set to take place on Srinagar’s iconic Dal Lake from August 21 to 23. The event, […]
Bilquis Mir to lead Khelo India water sports games in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 12, 2025 – In a historic milestone for Jammu and Kashmir, Bilquis Mir, a trailblazer in Indian water sports and the country’s first woman Olympic jury member (Paris 2024), has been appointed as the Competition Director for the first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Games (KIWSG). The event is scheduled to take place from […]