Khelo India Winter Games 2025 in Gulmarg, Kashmir

Athletes ski in a group during the opening ceremony of the Khelo India Winter Games at a ski resort in Gulmarg. Khelo India Winter Games 2025 are underway in Gulmarg, Kashmir, bringing together athletes from across India to compete in various winter sports. Running from March 9 to 12, this is the second leg of the competition, following the first phase in Ladakh (January 23-27). With over 400 athletes from 19 teams, the event features six winter sports, including alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and ice hockey, with 136 medals up for grabs. Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, KIWG aims to promote winter sports and develop talent in India.