Leh, Jan. 20 -- The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, on Tuesday declared open the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 at the state-of-the-art NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh, marking another milestone in Ladakh's journey as India's emerging hub for winter sports.

Addressing the inaugural session, the Lt Governor said that hosting the Khelo India Winter Games for the third consecutive year reflects the confidence reposed by the nation in Ladakh's capability, commitment and preparedness to organise major sporting events in challenging high-altitude conditions. He noted that the Games are playing a crucial role in promoting winter sports, nurturing young talent and strengthening the sporting ecosystem in the region. ...