The Indian government has announced that the Khelo India Northeast Games will now be held every year, rotating among the eight northeastern states. This move aims to nurture regional sports talent and promote traditional games.

Key Highlights:

• The games will rotate annually across the Northeast states to boost grassroots sports.
• Over Rs.439 crore has been invested in sports infrastructure in the region.
• More than 250 Khelo India Centres are active, training over 8,000 athletes.
• A nationwide talent identification drive will use the NSRS portal for athlete scouting.
• The event will also promote indigenous sports and preserve regional cultural heritage.