GULMARG, Feb. 23 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed that it is not merely the government's intention but its consistent and sustained effort to develop Gulmarg into an international ski destination, emphasizing that this vision will create opportunities and benefit all sectors associated with sports and tourism in the region.

The Chief Minister was addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games, which were formally inaugurated earlier in the day by Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at the picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg.

Welcoming athletes, officials and guests from across the country, the Chief Minister said, "In this 6th Khelo India Winter Games, I welcome all players, team memb...