Srinagar, Mar 09 (KNS): The second phase of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games 2025 kicked off at Gulmarg, North Kashmir, on Sunday. The event is being held with multi-layered security measures to ensure safety and smooth operations.
Athletes and officials from across India are participating, with security forces, including the Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF, deployed in the area.
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Maqsood ul Zaman led a security review meeting to finalize plans for strict access control, CCTV surveillance, anti-sabotage checks, and regular patrols. Baramulla Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa assured that all necessary arrangements were in place for a successful event.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Traffic management plans have also been set up to ensure smooth movement for participants and visitors. Originally scheduled for February, the games were delayed due to insufficient snow on the ski slopes at Affarwat and Bowl. About 800 participants, including 650 technical staff, delegates, and athletes, will compete in four disciplines: alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, ski mountaineering, and snowboarding. The first leg of the games took place in Ladakh in January. (KNS)