38th National Games: Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Kerala Triumph in Beach Handball on Day 1
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Synopsis
The 38th National Games commenced with exciting Beach Handball matches where Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Kerala emerged victorious. The competition, held in Shivpuri, saw remarkable performances from various teams, setting the stage for an action-packed event.
Key Takeaways
- Uttarakhand claimed victory in the men's Beach Handball against Telangana.
- Maharashtra excelled in the women's category, defeating Uttarakhand.
- Kerala's Meera Krishna scored 17 goals in her team's win.
- The 38th National Games features over 10,000 participants.
- Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the Games on January 28, 2025.
Shivpuri (Tehri), Jan 27 (NationPress) - The host state of Uttarakhand, along with Maharashtra and Kerala, kicked off their campaigns with victories in the Beach Handball League matches of the 38th National Games. The event began on Monday at the Sand Beach in this Uttarakhand town, showcasing an exhilarating start in both men's and women's divisions.
In the men's category, the home team Uttarakhand showcased their strength by defeating Telangana with a commanding score of 2-0 in a Pool A match. Dinesh netted an impressive 14 goals, while Bhupender Singh contributed 13, leading Uttarakhand to victories of 17-6 and 19-12.
Additionally, the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) achieved a decisive 2-0 win against Jharkhand. In Pool B, Uttar Pradesh outperformed Andhra Pradesh with the same score, and Rajasthan triumphed over Goa by a similar margin.
Moving to the women's matches, Maharashtra bested Uttarakhand with a 2-0 victory in Pool A, while Haryana secured a win against Assam, also by 2-0.
In another intense match within Pool B, Chhattisgarh narrowly defeated West Bengal 2-1, while Kerala claimed a 2-0 victory over Goa. Notably, Meera Krishna from Kerala had an outstanding performance, scoring 17 goals as her team triumphed with scores of 17-5 and 17-0.
The 38th National Games will be officially opened on Tuesday, with competitions in several sports having already started a day earlier. Most sports will commence on January 29, including swimming events at nearby Haldwani. The competitions for kho kho and basketball will kick off on Tuesday, while the triathlon events began on Sunday.
On January 28, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will formally inaugurate the 38th National Games at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun.
Over 10,000 athletes, coaches, and officials from various states, Union Territories, and institutions are anticipated to participate in the medal events at the National Games. Organized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), the 38th National Games will feature 32 sports along with four demonstration events.
