The All India Convention of Kreeda Bharati started in Ahmedabad with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in attendance. Highlighting the importance of sports in India’s culture, Patel praised Kreeda Bharati for preserving traditional sports and contributing to national development through fitness and character building. He mentioned India’s upcoming global sporting events and Ahmedabad’s role as a sports hub, showcasing the government’s commitment to sports infrastructure and talent development.
The Chief Minister emphasized the significance of sports in holistic development, citing the success of the Khel Mahakumbh initiative in Gujarat since 2010. The event has seen a substantial increase in participation, with over 72 lakh attendees in its 2025 edition, fostering athletes who have gone on to represent Gujarat and India nationally and internationally. Patel also highlighted the deep-rooted connection of sports and physical training in ancient Indian civilization, drawing from Vedic texts that promote traditional games and competitive training.
Underlining the government’s dedication to sports, Patel mentioned plans to host five world-class sporting events in Gujarat, aligning with India’s Olympic aspirations, including preparations for the 2036 Olympics. He unveiled the commemorative book Kreeda Jyot during the convention held at Kalki Tirthdham, Preranpeeth, which has attracted participants from Kreeda Bharati chapters nationwide. The event featured addresses by Gujarat unit president Vivek Patel and All India General Secretary Rajji Chaudhary, with the presence of key figures like Kreeda Bharati All India President Gopalji Saini and Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Minister Chaitanya Kashyap.
