Srinagar, Aug. 19 -- The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 is being seen as a life-changer for many. While locals who win their daily bread through tourism are looking forward to the event because it will bring a lot of visitors from all across the country, Jammu and Kashmir athletes see this as a massive opportunity to challenge some of India's best and win national accolades, according to a release from SAI media.

The Khelo India Water Sports Festival from August 21-23 will be a top-tier, open-age competition in three medal sports - rowing, canoeing and kayaking. More than 400 athletes from the 36 states and Union territories are here to compete at the iconic Dal Lake, an established world-famous tourist spot.

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