Bihar, May 1 -- Building on its momentum after hosting marquee events like the Women's Asian Hockey Championship 2024, World Cup Women's Kabaddi, and the World Cup Sepak Takraw, Bihar is now set to host the 7th edition of the "Khelo India Youth Games" (KIYG) starting May 4, 2025 on Thursday, according to a press statement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event in Patna, in the presence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and other dignitaries. This will be a landmark moment for Bihar, putting it at the heart of India's sports narrative. With the slogan "Khelega Bihar, Khilega Bihar", the state is reaffirming its commitment to transforming sports culture from the grassroots to the global stage.

The event will see the particip...