Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur launched the mascot, logo, jersey, and anthem of the Khelo India University Games 2022 (KIUG) at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow's Gomti Nagar on Friday (May 5).

• Besides state capital Lucknow, the 3rd edition of the Khelo India University Games will be hosted by Noida, Gorakhpur and Varanasi, from May 23 to June 3;  KIUG opening ceremony is scheduled for May 25 at the Babu Banarasi Das University in Lucknow. 
• As per schedule, UP's capital Lucknow will host 12 sports (Archery, Judo, Mallakhamb, Volley Ball, Fencing, Badminton, Table Tennis, Rugby, Athletics, Hockey, Football) at 8 venues.
• Noida will host 5 sports (Basketball, Kabaddi, Boxing, Swimming and Weightlifting). IIT BHU, Varanasi will host 2 sports (Wrestling and Yogasan), while Gorakhpur and Delhi will organize Rowing and Shooting events, respectively. Rowing has been included in The Games for the first time.