GUWAHATI: The Assam government on October 30 unveiled the third edition of Khel Maharan, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Sports Minister Biswajit Daimary inaugurating the event at the Damodar Dev International Auditorium, Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, Guwahati.
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The launch programme featured the unveiling of the tournament’s official logo, jersey, mascot and theme song. The statewide sporting competitions are scheduled to commence on November 7, with participants competing across eight sports disciplines.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sarma said the initiative aims to identify and nurture emerging sporting talent across Assam while providing young athletes with an opportunity to showcase their abilities.
The tournament’s mascot, ‘Sontu’, is inspired by the golden langur. Sarma said the name was selected to establish a sense of familiarity and connect with the people. He also credited emerging artist Shantanu Hazarika with designing the tournament’s logo.
The third edition of Khel Maharan aims to strengthen grassroots sports participation and provide a wider platform for aspiring athletes across the state.
