New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, hailed the Sansad Khel Mahotsav as a people's movement, highlighting its massive scale and grassroots reach.

Addressing the event virtually, PM Modi said youth from cities to villages are driving this sports wave. He shared his connection to the event in his Kashi constituency, where youth have set new benchmarks.

The Prime Minister also expressed happiness that the youth have set new milestones through the programme and highlighted that many differently-abled athletes have received opportunities to progress through this platform.

"Today, the Sansad Khel Mahotsav has become a people's movement... From cities to villages, youth from every background are involved. This show...