To showcase the energy and excitement of the 38th National Games, Chief Minister Dhami launched the torch relay from Haldwani on Thursday. During the event, he encouraged athletes to perform their best in the games.Sports Minister Rekha Arya announced that the formal events of the National Games are starting today. She emphasized that athletes need to strengthen their resolve to reach the top. The minister inspired the players by saying, “You have the chance to make history in these games; we need to be in the top 5.” The torch relay will reach Dehradun** the day before the opening of the games. The minister mentioned that if the athletes succeed, they will become role models for future generations, inspiring thousands of players in the state. Over the next 33 days, the torch, named Tejaswini, will travel 3,823 kilometers through 13 districts. This journey will culminate in Dehradun just before the games kick off.
