LUCKNOW, Nov. 25 -- As dusk settled over the Defence Expo ground here on Monday, lights flickered on across a sprawling tent city where more than 32,000 scouts and guides gathered for the 19th National Jamboree, turning the venue into a bustling, self-contained township. Pathways glowed under lights as uniformed participants moved in steady lines between activity zones, market stretches and food kiosks, giving the evening a festival-like feel.

The vast layout resembled a compact city in motion. Scouts and guides were seen exploring stalls, collecting snacks or heading back towards their tents after completing activities. Those tired after a long day or dealing with sprains and fatigue made their way to a 100-bed hospital set near the adm...