Harshita Jakhar Shines in Cycling, Aditya Jakhar and Mayank Chaudhary Add to Rajasthan’s Medals
In New Delhi, “Harshita Jakhar from Rajasthan shone brightly, claiming two gold medals in cycling by winning the 500m time trial and the scratch race. Her cousin, Aditya Jakhar, also made a mark, securing a gold in the boys’ scratch race.” Rajasthan continued its winning streak as Mayank Chaudhary earned gold in the 10m air pistol event.”
Chandigarh’s Dhairya Parashar and Madhya Pradesh’s Yug Pratap followed closely, winning silver and bronze respectively. “Suhani Kumari from Bihar secured a silver medal in the 7.5 km cycling scratch race. The Bihar girls’ team also earned silver in the team sprint event.” Maharashtra’s Akanksha Mhetre delivered consistent performances, winning bronze in both cycling events. The shooting competitions, held at the Karni Singh Shooting Range, followed strict protocols and high-security arrangements.
Patna Celebrates Local Medals with Strong School Participation and Increased Security
In Patna, the atmosphere was electric with strong participation from school children who gathered in large numbers to support the athletes. The venues saw increased security with CCTV surveillance, police deployment, and barricading to ensure smooth conduct. The city celebrated its first medals in the games as Bihar earned two silvers, boosting morale among local supporters. Doordarshan Sports provided live coverage, capturing the vibrant energy of the crowd.
Begusarai Hosts Thrilling Football Matches with Odisha and Mizoram Dominating
At Begusarai, football matches witnessed thrilling action. Odisha defeated West Bengal 2-0, with Venkatesh Oram scoring both goals.”Mizoram showcased their dominance by securing a 6-1 victory over Bihar in the second match.”
Vanlalramnghaka scored a brace, and Lalruttadika opened the scoring early. Bihar’s Ayush Kumar managed to score a consolation goal. Unfortunately, Mizoram’s Vanlalhariatrenga sustained an injury and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Meanwhile, at the IOC Refinery Stadium in Barauni, Meghalaya outclassed Chandigarh in a commanding 10-1 victory. Ehsanbook Bhupang and Samborlang Langte both registered hat tricks, showcasing Meghalaya’s strength and coordination on the field.
Rajgir Hosts High-Energy Table Tennis Matches with Dominant Performances
In Rajgir, the table tennis arena was filled with high-energy matches and skillful rallies. “Players from Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra took control of the tables.”
Tamil Nadu’s Hansini comfortably defeated Maharashtra’s Sukriti 3-0, while Kavya Bhatt of Maharashtra secured a 3-1 win over Sayani Panda. Delhi’s Divya impressed with her aggressive play and powerful smashes.
Across all venues, DAY 3 – Khelo India Youth Games 2025 – highlighted India’s youth sporting talent and the power of grassroots sports development.
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The Khelo India Youth Games 2025 seem to be showcasing some incredible talent from across the country. Vanlalramnghaka’s double and Lalruttadika’s early goal were impressive, but it’s unfortunate to hear about Vanlalhariatrenga’s injury—hopefully, it’s nothing too serious. Hansini’s dominant win over Sukriti and Kavya Bhatt’s performance were also highlights of the day. Divya’s aggressive play in Delhi stood out, and it’s exciting to see such energy in grassroots sports. Do you think these young athletes will be the future stars of Indian sports? Also, how do you think the Khelo India initiative can further improve to nurture this talent? Would love to hear your thoughts!
Absolutely, these young athletes are definitely the future of Indian sports! To further nurture talent, Khelo India can focus more on long-term mentorship, better local infrastructure, and exposure to international-level coaching.