Srinagar, Jan. 23 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, lauded Ladakh and J&K for organizing the first major sports meet of the national calendar, showcasing their prominence as winter sports hotspots.

In his inaugural message , PM Narendra Modi reiterated the government's commitment to fostering sports across India, highlighting Ladakh and J&K's role in elevating the culture of sports, boosting tourism, and promoting the nation's diversity.

"Our government prioritizes sports development in Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir through initiatives like 100 Khelo India Centres in J&K and a State Centre of Excellence in Leh, shaping the region into a hub of sporting excellence," PM Modi said, adding that KIWG 2025 would enhance India's sporting achieveme...