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₹22 crore sanctioned for 8th Khelo India Youth Games in Telangana cities
Hyderabad, Telangana26 Aug 2026
The Centre sanctioned ₹22 crore for the 8th Khelo India Youth Games, scheduled to be held in December 2026 across Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar and Mahabubnagar, according to The Hindu. The Games are expected to see over 6,000 athletes compete in 25 sports disciplines.
Why it matters
Confirmed funding enables the organisation and delivery of a multi-city national youth sporting event and associated sports activity in Telangana.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India