National Games 2025

• 15 Feb 2025

Why in News? 

Uttarakhand hosted the 38th edition of the National Games, with participation from 28 states, eight union territories, and the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB). 

 Key Points 

• Current Medal Standings: 
  • The SSCB holds the top position with 120 medals, including: 
    • 67 Gold 
    • 26 Silver 
    • 27 Bronze 
  • Maharashtra in Second Place, secured a total of 195 medals. 
    • 53 Gold 
    • 70 Silver 
    • 72 Bronze 
  • Haryana in Third Position earned 150 medals, consisting of: 
    • 46 Gold 
    • 46 Silver 
    • 58 Bronze 
• National Games 2025 
  • About:  
    • The National Games of India is an Olympic-style multi-sport event where athletes from states and Union Territories compete for medals.  
    • The 38^th edition of the National Games will take place from 28^th January to 14^th February 2025 in Uttarakhand.  
  • Competition Structure:  
    • The National Games will feature 32 sporting disciplines for competitive events.  
    • In addition, four demonstration sports will be included i.e., Kalaripayattu, Yogasana, Mallakhambh, and Rafting.  
  • Theme and Tagline:  
    • The mascot of the games is Mouli, inspired by Uttarakhand's state bird, the Monal, reflecting the region's natural beauty and cultural diversity.  
    • The tagline for the games is "Sankalp Se Shikhar Tak" (from resolution to zenith).