Gaya: With the countdown to the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 underway, senior officials in Bihar convened in Gaya on Tuesday to finalise preparations for the state’s first-ever hosting of the national sporting event.
Presiding over the review meeting at the BIPARD auditorium, Additional Chief Secretary of the Sports Department, B. Rajender, held detailed discussions with Magadh Division Commissioner Dr. Safina A.N., the City Police Superintendent, Municipal Commissioner, Deputy Development Commissioner, and other key district-level officials.
Calling it a “moment of pride” for Bihar, Mr Rajender said the government is committed to ensuring that the Games are organised with world-class standards, adding that extensive measures are being taken to ensure smooth logistics, security, traffic, and hospitality arrangements for athletes and visitors alike.
The meeting placed special emphasis on the accommodation, food, and transport arrangements for participating athletes. Instructions were given to fix catering menus in advance and to strictly enforce hygiene and quality standards. The District Transport Officer was directed to ensure availability of adequate vehicles and to set up help desks for facilitating athletes’ local travel.
On the security front, the City Police Superintendent was tasked with identifying parking zones, drop gates, and frisking points to manage large spectator turnout. Officials were also asked to ramp up publicity campaigns in and around Gaya to boost awareness and local participation.
“The Khelo India Youth Games will not only promote sports culture in the state but also enhance the national image of both Bihar and Gaya district,” said Rajender, highlighting the significance of the event for the state’s youth and sporting infrastructure.
