Gulmarg, Feb 23 || Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha, on Monday, while inaugurating the sixth edition of Khelo India Winter Games here, said that from a simple sporting event these games have evolved into a true national festival.
L-G Sinha welcomed and conveyed his best wishes to all participating athletes and team officials.
"Khelo India Winter Games revive the sporting spirit's ideals of peace, equality, and camaraderie. In our vibrant, diverse nation of myriad languages, cultures, and traditions, the Winter Games at Gulmarg is serving as a universal language and shared heritage."
"Winter Games at Gulmarg mirror life's raw challenges, building the resilience that propels future triumphs. Falling, analysing errors, rising improved -- these are sports' true lessons, ones Skiers will live here," the L-G added.
He emphasised that the broader aim of Khelo India Winter Games is strengthening national unity.
The L-G said that the mega winter sports event is a celebration of our nation's sporting legacy, its unity and the transformative power of sports that binds every citizen and athlete, igniting their drive and forging unbreakable character.
"Intense rivalry yields shared conversations and lasting friendships, proving healthy competition and mutual respect co-exist. Our people need this ethos now more than ever. As you race these Ski slopes, remember: diversity is our strength, not division. Khelo India reminds us our language may differ, but our goals and values unite us."