JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today launched the official website for Khelo India Winter Games 2025 (kwig2025.com) at the Civil Secretariat.
The launch event was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, Ministers Javed Ahmad Rana and Satish Sharma, and Gulmarg MLA Farooq A. Shah. Also present were Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the CM Dheeraj Gupta, Commissioner Secretary GAD & Information M. Raju, Secretary Law, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Secretary J&K Sports Council and other officials, both in person and virtually.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended his best wishes to the organizers and inquired about the arrangements and finalization of dates for the event.
In her presentation, Secretary J&K Sports Council announced that the event will now take place from March 9-12 at Gulmarg. She detailed the schedule, including the arrival of teams on March 7, a night skiing demonstration, fireworks, a laser show, cultural programs, competition events and the award ceremony.
She also highlighted the key features of the newly launched website, which will provide real-time updates and comprehensive event-related information.
With fresh snowfall, Jammu & Kashmir is set to host the second leg of KIWG 2025 in Gulmarg from March 9 to 12, ensuring a world-class winter sports experience in one of India’s premier snow destinations.
The event, initially scheduled for February 22-25, was postponed due to insufficient snowfall. The Khelo India Winter Games 2025 will feature four major events—Alpine Skiing, Ski Mountaineering, Snowboarding, and Nordic Skiing—which will take place at Kongdoori and Gulmarg Club in Gulmarg.
CM Omar Abdullah launches website for Khelo India Winter Games 2025
Four-day event to begin in Gulmarg from March 9
