- By Kamakshi Bishnoi
- Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:59 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, along with Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur, unveiled the official logo and mascot for the Khelo India Youth Games Bihar 2025. The event also saw the launch of the Games' anthem and the flag-off of the torch relay. The Chief Minister stated that the Games will provide a national platform for young athletes to showcase their talent.
He expressed his delight at Bihar hosting the event, which will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 4. The Games will be held from May 4 to 15 across five districts: Patna, Nalanda (Rajgir), Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Begusarai.
Over 8,500 athletes and 1,500 technical staff from across the country will participate in 28 different sports. The torch relay will pass through 38 districts of Bihar from April 15th to May 2. The mascot, Gajsinh (Elephant-Lion), draws inspiration from Bihar's rich archaeological heritage, specifically the Gajsinh sculptures found on temples and pillars during the Pala period.
The design incorporates elements representing the Mahabodhi Temple, Nalanda University, the Peepal tree, the sparrow, the Gangetic dolphin, Madhubani paintings, Chhath Puja, the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, the Ashoka Chakra, and the lion, all symbolising the state's diverse culture and history.