CHANDIGARH, Feb. 17 -- The Kila Raipur Rural Olympics-2026 kicked off with immense enthusiasm and fanfare on Tuesday in Ludhiana, marking the much-anticipated revival of the iconic bullock cart races after a 12-year hiatus.
The event was inaugurated by Punjab Cabinet Minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian at the stadium in Kila Raipur village. The resumption of these world-famous bullock cart races drew massive crowds, with spectators flocking from across Punjab and beyond to witness the thrilling spectacle deeply rooted in the state's rural heritage.
Accompanied by MLA Jiwan Singh Sangowal and Dr KNS Kang, Minister Khuddian highlighted the cultural significance of the races, noting their strong connection to Punjab's historical and traditional ...